Closing the Digital Divide for Students Act of 2026
Bill Summary
Funds efforts to provide internet access and devices to students who lack them, helping to close the digital divide. Requires the development of a program to support these efforts.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 4, 2026
- Jun 4, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects low-income students and those in rural areas who currently lack reliable internet access, by potentially providing them with the devices and connections they need to participate in online learning. It may also impact schools and libraries that serve these students, by providing them with additional resources to support digital inclusion.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
- Education
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