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House joint resolution · H.J.Res. 33 (119th Congress)

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating…

U.S. House of Representatives

Latest action Feb 4, 2025

Sponsor: Russ Fulcher (U.S. Representative, ID-1, Republican)

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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program".

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Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission titled Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program and published on August 20, 2024. The rule permits schools and libraries participating in the Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support program (E-Rate) to purchase discounted Wi-Fi hotspots and associated mobile connectivity service for off-premises use by students, school staff, and library patrons. Under the rule, E-Rate participants must implement acceptable use policies that require hotspots to be used primarily for educational purposes.

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Assigned to a committee for review.

  1. Introduced
  2. In committee
  3. Up for a vote
  4. Passed one chamber
  5. Passed
  6. Enacted

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House Committee on Energy and Commerce · U.S. House of Representatives

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Full history

  1. Feb 4, 2025

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    U.S. House of Representatives

  2. Feb 4, 2025

    Introduced

    Introduced in U.S. House

    U.S. House

  3. Feb 4, 2025

    Referred to committee

    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    U.S. House of Representatives

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