Key Takeaways:

• CoSN led a coalition of 464 education and community leaders in urging Congress to protect and strengthen the E-Rate program, which provides affordable broadband access to schools and libraries.
• The petition comes as the FCC considers changes to E-Rate, including proposals that could reduce or eliminate the program and create significant budget challenges for schools and libraries.
• E-Rate has supported school and library connectivity for nearly 30 years, helping fund the broadband infrastructure needed for digital learning, online assessments, school operations, and communication with families.