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  • 2021-02997 — Wireline Competition Bureau Seeks Comment on Petitions for Emergency Relief To Allow the Use of E-Rate Funds To Support Remote Learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic
    Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 9309
    Reading Time:about 13 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on petitions asking for E-Rate program funds to be used for remote learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Various petitions, including those from coalitions and states like Colorado and Nevada, request flexibility in using these funds to support students and schools unable to connect to the internet from home. The FCC is exploring how to ensure cost-effective use of these funds, prevent misuse, and prioritize schools and students in greatest need. They are also examining their legal authority to adjust E-Rate funding to address these challenges.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC wants people to share their thoughts on using special funds that help schools connect to the internet, so kids can learn from home during COVID-19. They're trying to figure out the best ways to use the money without wasting it and ensure it helps the kids who need it most.

  • 2021-00935 — Notice Inviting Applications for Funds Under the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), Section 314(a)(1); Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA)
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 4029
    Reading Time:about 27 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Education is opening applications for new grants under the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF), as part of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA). This initiative is aimed at public and nonprofit universities and colleges that did not receive prior funding under a similar program in the CARES Act. The CRRSAA provides about $22.7 billion for higher education, with grants intended to cover pandemic-related costs, support student activities, and offer financial aid to students. The Department will automatically provide supplemental funds to eligible institutions that have already received grants from the previous CARES Act but requires new applications from institutions that did not.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is giving extra money to colleges that didn't get help last year so they can pay for things needed during the pandemic and help students with their school costs.

  • 2025-04815 — Notice of Public Briefing of the Mississippi Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13339
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced that the Mississippi Advisory Committee will host a public briefing on April 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. During this meeting, the committee will finalize a memorandum on education funding in Mississippi. The public can join the briefing via phone or online with the provided Zoom link and are welcome to contribute comments. Records of the meeting will be accessible online after the event, and written comments can be submitted within 30 days.

    Simple Explanation

    The Mississippi Advisory Committee is having a meeting to talk about how schools get money, and anyone can listen in or join by phone or the Internet. After the meeting, people can read what happened online and share their thoughts by writing in.

  • 2025-03354 — Notice of Public Briefing of the Mississippi Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11038
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is announcing a briefing by the Mississippi Advisory Committee on March 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. Central Time. During this meeting, the Committee will discuss and approve their memorandum on education funding in Mississippi. The public is invited to listen in and may provide comments if time permits by using the provided call-in number or Zoom link. Written comments can also be submitted to the Commission's regional office within 30 days of the meeting.

    Simple Explanation

    The Mississippi Advisory Committee is having a meeting on March 18, 2025, to talk about money for schools in Mississippi, and people can listen in and maybe share their thoughts if there's time.