FCC Suspends Charles A. Jones from E-Rate and Universal Service Fund Programs
Summary
The FCC Enforcement Bureau issued a Notice of Suspension (DA-26-311) suspending Charles A. Jones from participating in E-Rate and other Universal Service Fund programs. The suspension initiates formal debarment proceedings against Jones, barring him from activities related to these federal telecommunications subsidy programs pending the outcome.
What changed
The FCC Enforcement Bureau issued a Notice of Suspension to Charles A. Jones, preventing him from participating in any activities related to E-Rate (Schools and Libraries Program) and other Universal Service Fund programs. This action initiates formal debarment proceedings against Jones. The suspension is effective immediately upon issuance.
Affected parties including schools, libraries, and service providers participating in USF programs should verify that Jones is not engaged as a consultant, vendor, or in any other capacity for E-Rate or USF-funded projects. Organizations should review their vendor vetting and compliance procedures to ensure adherence to program integrity requirements. The debarment proceedings signal continued FCC enforcement attention to program participation standards.
What to do next
- Verify that no organization is currently engaging Jones for E-Rate or USF program work
- Review internal vendor and consultant vetting procedures for USF program compliance
- Monitor FCC debarment proceedings for final disposition
Penalties
Suspension from E-Rate and Universal Service Fund program participation; debarment proceedings may result in permanent exclusion from USF programs.
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- Full Title: Notice of Suspension Issued, Charles A. Jones
- Document Type: Notice
- Bureau(s): Enforcement
- Description FCC Enforcement Bureau suspends Charles A. Jones from participating in activities related to E-Rate and other Universal Service Fund programs, and begins debarment proceedings.
- DA/FCC #: DA-26-311 Related Document(s): News Release - FCC Suspends Seven Convicted Criminals from USF Programs
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- Released On:
Apr 7, 2026
- Adopted Date:
Apr 7, 2026
- Issued On:
Apr 7, 2026
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