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Senate Votes to Repeal Wi-Fi Access for Students

5/9/2025

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On May 6, 2025, the Senate narrowly voted 53-47 to repeal an FCC rule that enabled schools and libraries to lend Wi-Fi hotspots to students. This controversial decision, opposed by Senators Markey and Schumer, threatens to deepen the digital divide, jeopardizing educational access for low-income students. The resolution now heads to the House for further debate.

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On May 6, 2025, the Senate narrowly voted 53-47 to repeal an FCC rule that enabled schools and libraries to lend Wi-Fi hotspots to students. This controversial decision, opposed by Senators Markey and Schumer, threatens to deepen the digital divide, jeopardizing educational access for low-income students. The resolution now heads to the House for further debate.