### Question
What is the definition of participating provider?


### Answer
The definition of **participating provider** is as follows in *47 U.S.C. § 1752*:

> a broadband provider that—


(A)(i) is designated as an eligible telecommunications carrier

#### Citation:
  - *47 U.S.C. § 1752*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-BROADBAND ACCESS > SUBCHAPTER IV-BROADBAND AFFORDABILITY**

