Overturn the Federal Communications Commission rule “Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program”

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission titled Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program and published on August 20, 2024. The rule permits schools and libraries participating in the Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support program (E-Rate) to purchase discounted Wi-Fi hotspots and associated mobile connectivity service for off-premises use by students, school staff, and library patrons. Under the rule, E-Rate participants must implement acceptable use policies that require hotspots to be used primarily for educational purposes.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in Senate), via GovInfo BILLSTATUS. Text, sponsors and history on Congress.gov. Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

Joint Resolution Passed 50–38 on May 8, 2025 · On the Joint Resolution

Democrats 0–36, Independents 0–2, Republicans 50–0

Source: Official roll call · Voteview