SHLB and 31 Organizations Urge Senate to Reject S.J.Res.7

Washington, D.C. (March 12, 2025) – The Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition and 31 organizations are calling on the Senate to vote NO on S.J.Res.7, a resolution that would repeal the FCC’s E-Rate hotspot program and deny millions of students, educators, and library patrons of essential internet access. The E-Rate hotspot program will enable nearly 20,000 schools and libraries to provide Wi-Fi hotspots, ensuring access to education, telehealth, and job opportunities for those who need it most.

"Research shows that millions of students lack adequate internet access at home. Hotspots address this problem head-on by allowing children and adult learners to do their schoolwork online, access digital textbooks, and participate in virtual tutoring and college prep courses," states the letter.

Read the full letter here.

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About SHLB: The SHLB Coalition is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) advocacy organization that supports open, affordable, high-quality broadband connections for anchor institutions and their surrounding communities. The SHLB Coalition is based in Washington, D.C., and has a diverse membership of commercial and non-commercial organizations across the United States. To learn more, visit www.shlb.org.