119th Congress Science, Technology, Communications
H.J.Res. 33: Disapproval of Federal Communications Commission rule: Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program".
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Summary
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission titled Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program and published on August 20, 2024. The rule permits schools and libraries participating in the Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support program (E-Rate) to purchase discounted Wi-Fi hotspots and associated mobile connectivity service for off-premises use by students, school staff, and library patrons. Under the rule, E-Rate participants must implement acceptable use policies that require hotspots to be used primarily for educational purposes.
Written by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
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Cosponsors
- August Pfluger R-TX
- Craig Goldman R-TX
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History
- Introduced in the House by Russ Fulcher.
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- Introduced in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.