The FCC Could Ending A Program That Helps Libraries Pay For Internet

Schools, libraries sound alarm over potential changes to federal internet program

A multi-billion-dollar federal program that helps schools and libraries afford broadband internet is under review by the Trump administration, leaving education officials and advocates worried about potentially significant cuts.  The E-Rate program provides about $3 billion annually for internet access and telecommunications to more than 100,000 schools and 11,000 libraries across the country. It is […]

The FCC Could Ending A Program That Helps Libraries Pay For Internet

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering whether to end or restrict a nearly 30-year-old program that helps schools and public libraries afford internet connectivity.