LEGISLATION/H.J.Res. 33

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".

119-HJRES-33119th CongressIntroduced Feb 4, 2025Science, Technology, Communications
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Status
Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Sponsor

Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1](R-ID-1)
2 cosponsors

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.  

Actions (3)

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb 4, 2025House floor actions
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2025Library of Congress
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2025Library of Congress