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FCC reviewing school internet subsidies amid kids’ screen time concerns
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reviewing the $3 billion annual E-Rate program, which subsidizes internet access for schools and libraries, due to concerns about excessive children's screen time and its health impacts. FCC Chair Brendan Carr announced the commission will conduct a full review of the program.
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