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S. 724

Referred to Committee

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

Introduced 3/11/2021•117th Congress•Senate

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

3/11/2021 • Senate

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 Senate • 3/11/2021

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Topics & Subjects

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresElementary and secondary educationFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Internet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaMotor carriersMotor vehiclesPreschool educationTelecommunication rates and fees

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (8)

Party Breakdown

7
Democrats
1
Republicans
0
Independents

Sponsor

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Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]

Democrat • NM

Sponsored 3/11/2021

Cosponsors (7)

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Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

R-SC

Joined 3/11/2021

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Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

D-NJ

Joined 3/11/2021

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Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]

D-MA

Joined 3/11/2021

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Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]

D-OR

Joined 3/11/2021

Bill Journey

Originated in the Senate

Introduced

March 11, 2021

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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Text Versions (1)

Introduced in Senate3/11/2021

Details

Bill TypeS
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors7