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Democrats urge FCC's Carr to abandon E-Rate elimination proposal

Original: Congressional Democrats send letter urging FCC’s Carr to drop E-Rate elimination proposal

Congressional Democrats have sent a letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr urging him to withdraw a proposal that would eliminate the E-Rate program. The federal initiative helps schools and libraries afford internet access, and its potential rollback has alarmed lawmakers who warn it would cut off connectivity for millions of students and low-income communities nationwide.

Why now: The proposed elimination of a program that funds internet access for schools and libraries has raised concerns among lawmakers and education advocates.

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Congressional Democrats send letter urging FCC’s Carr to drop E-Rate elimination proposal · StateScoop

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