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This bill matters because it represents a direct challenge by Congress to a federal agency's power to create new rules, specifically concerning how internet access is provided for educational purposes. If this bill passes, it means that efforts by the FCC to help close the 'homework gap' – the disparity in internet access between students at home – through the E-Rate program would be stopped. This could prevent expanded internet access resources from reaching many students who struggle to complete schoolwork due to a lack of home internet.
Conversely, if this bill fails to pass, the FCC's rule would likely go into effect, potentially leading to new avenues for schools and libraries to provide internet access to students for homework through the E-Rate program. The outcome of this bill will determine whether the E-Rate program expands to address the 'homework gap' as envisioned by the FCC.
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This bill matters because it represents a direct challenge by Congress to a federal agency's power to create new rules, specifically concerning how internet access is provided for educational purposes. If this bill passes, it means that efforts by the FCC to help close the 'homework gap' – the disparity in internet access between students at home – through the E-Rate program would be stopped. This could prevent expanded internet access resources from reaching many students who struggle to complete schoolwork due to a lack of home internet.
Conversely, if this bill fails to pass, the FCC's rule would likely go into effect, potentially leading to new avenues for schools and libraries to provide internet access to students for homework through the E-Rate program. The outcome of this bill will determine whether the E-Rate program expands to address the 'homework gap' as envisioned by the FCC.
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