Colorado districts ask FCC to keep internet-bill program

The request

Colorado school districts are asking the Federal Communications Commission to continue a program that lowers their internet bills. The request concerns the future of a federal program that helps reduce the cost of internet service for schools.

Why it matters to districts

Internet service is an operating cost for school districts. A program that lowers those bills affects the amount districts must pay for connectivity. The districts’ request is focused on keeping that assistance in place.

What the FCC will consider

The Federal Communications Commission is the federal agency being asked to maintain the program. The request puts the program’s continuation before the agency; the agency’s decision and any changes to the program will determine what happens next for participating districts.

The Greeley Tribune reported on the districts’ request. No primary FCC record is linked here.