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US HR1693
To require the Federal Communications Commission to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate support.
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Introduced
03/12/2019
03/12/2019
In Committee
03/13/2019
03/13/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To require the Federal Communications Commission to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate support. This bill requires that the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses be made eligible for support under the E-Rate program, which allots broadband discounts to schools and libraries.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for support under the E-Rate program. The E-Rate program provides broadband discounts to schools and libraries. The bill defines a "school bus" as a passenger motor vehicle used to transport children to or from early childhood education programs or students to or from elementary or secondary schools. The bill also specifies that state educational agencies, educational service agencies, and local educational agencies can be eligible to receive the E-Rate support for providing Wi-Fi on school buses.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. (on 03/13/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/1693/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr1693/BILLS-116hr1693ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr1693/BILLS-116hr1693ih.pdf.pdf |
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