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E-rate Support for School Bus Wi-Fi

This bill requires the government commission (FCC) to consider allowing federal funds (E-rate program) to cover the costs of Wi-Fi access on school buses. If approved, schools could potentially receive financial support to provide students with internet access during their commute.
Key points
Requires the FCC to start a process to make school bus Wi-Fi eligible for E-rate funding.
Aims to potentially help schools fund internet access for students on their way to and from school.
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Additional Information
To require the Federal Communications Commission to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate support.
Print number: HR 1673
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-03-09