A joint resolution 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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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jan 27, 2025)
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.
What just happenedMay 9, 2025
Held at the desk.
Who’s behind it
- Engrossed in SenateMay 8, 2025
- Placed on Calendar SenateMar 5, 2025
- Introduced in SenateJan 27, 2025
- May 9, 2025FloorH15000
Held at the desk.
- May 9, 2025FloorH14000
Received in the House.
- May 8, 2025Floor
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- May 8, 2025Floor
Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 38. Record Vote Number: 238. (text: CR S2813)
- May 8, 2025Floor17000
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 38. Record Vote Number: 238.
- May 8, 2025Floor
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S2807, S2813)
- May 6, 2025Floor
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2770-2772)
- May 6, 2025Floor
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 47. Record Vote Number: 235.
- Mar 5, 2025Calendars
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 24.
- Mar 5, 2025Discharge
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).
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Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).
Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee - Jan 27, 2025IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Introduced in Senate