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H.R. 1693

Referred to Committee

To require the Federal Communications Commission to make the provision of Wi-Fi access on school buses eligible for E-rate support.

Introduced 3/12/2019•116th Congress•House

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

3/13/2019 • House

Summary

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.

Introduced in House • 3/12/2019

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Topics & Subjects

Elementary and secondary educationInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaMotor carriersMotor vehiclesPreschool education

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (5)

Party Breakdown

5
Democrats
0
Republicans
0
Independents

Sponsor

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Rep. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM-3]

Democrat • NM-3

Sponsored 3/12/2019

Cosponsors (4)

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Rep. Haaland, Debra A. [D-NM-1]

D-NM-1

Joined 3/12/2019

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Rep. O'Halleran, Tom [D-AZ-1]

D-AZ-1

Joined 4/8/2019

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Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]

D-CO-2

Joined 1/30/2020

Bill Journey

Originated in the House

Introduced

March 12, 2019

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Committee Review

Floor Debate

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Other Chamber

President

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Text Versions (1)

Introduced in House3/12/2019

Details

Bill TypeHR
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors4