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FCC focuses on Tribal Libraries and seeks comments on ways to simplify the E-Rate Rules

On July 20, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) took a significant step towards enhancing access to funding for Tribal libraries and other E-Rate participants. This order is designed to streamline the process of obtaining cost-effective, high-speed broadband services and equipment, benefiting students and library visitors alike by connecting them to valuable online educational resources. Tribal libraries now have the opportunity to participate in

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Chairwoman Rosenworcel Announces ‘Learn Without Limits’ Initiative

In a speech at the American Library Association’s annual conference, Chairwoman Rosenworcel announced she is calling on her fellow Commissioners to support new efforts to allow E-Rate funding to support Wi-Fi support on school buses, and to support Wi-Fi hotspots so that libraries, school libraries, and schools can check them out to patrons or students in need. News Release – https://www.fcc.gov/document/chairwoman-rosenworcel-announces-learn-without-limits-initiative

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FCC Announces Nearly $21 Million in Emergency Connectivity Funding

The Federal Communications Commission today announced it is committing nearly $21 million in a new funding round through the Emergency Connectivity Fund Program, which provides digital services for students in communities across the country. News Release – https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-announces-over-21-million-emergency-connectivity-funding

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