Ars Technica
FCC may kill $2B program that connects schools and libraries to Internet
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Title: FCC Commissioner Proposes Changes to $2B School and Library Internet Program
The FCC is considering modifications to a $2 billion program that provides internet connectivity to schools and libraries. FCC Commissioner Carr has raised concerns about screen time in educational settings. Supporters of the program have criticized the proposal, saying it overreaches into parental decision-making.