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Wi-Fi Access on School Buses Eligible for E-rate Support.

New rules aim to make Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate funding. This means students could use the internet during their commutes, potentially aiding learning and access to information. The Federal Communications Commission is tasked with creating the regulations to make this support available.
Key points
Allows E-rate funding for Wi-Fi on school buses.
Applies to buses transporting early childhood, elementary, and secondary school students.
FCC has 180 days to establish specific rules for this support.
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Additional Information
A bill to require the Federal Communications Commission to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate support.
Print number: S 724
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2021-03-11