In a major victory for public institutions and the tech companies that support them, the U.S. Supreme Court just preserved the federal funding lifeline that underpins internet access and telecommunications connectivity in...more
On June 11, the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") issued a Report and Order creating the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program ("Pilot Program") to provide funding for K-12 schools, libraries, and...more
The FCC has adopted a three-year pilot program that will disburse up to $200 million from the Universal Service Fund (USF) to schools and libraries seeking to cover eligible cybersecurity services and equipment. The pilot...more
The recently enacted $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief legislation includes $7.1 billion in emergency funds to support broadband connectivity for schools and libraries, as well as additional funding support for broadband...more