ACTION NEEDED: Protect WiFi Hotspot for Students and Libraries

The Senate is considering S.J. Res.7, a resolution that would overturn the FCC’s E-Rate hotspot program, cutting off internet access for millions of students, teachers, and library patrons who rely on these devices for learning, job searches, and telehealth.

Why Hotspots Matter:

• 9 to 15 million students lack home internet, widening the digital divide.
• Libraries and schools lend hotspots to ensure access to homework, online courses, and essential services.
• Nearly 20,000 schools and libraries are currently applying for hotspot funding. If this resolution passes, they will lose it.

The Impact:

• 40 percent of Title I teachers avoid assigning online homework due to inequitable access.
• 46 percent of libraries already lend hotspots, but demand keeps growing.
• Veterans, job seekers, and families rely on hotspots for vital online resources.

Tell your Senators to Vote NO on S.J. Res.7. Protect digital equity and ensure students, educators, and communities stay connected. Send your message now.