ALA: Too Early for FCC to Seek Comment on Wi-Fi Hot Spots Program
The American Library Association said the FCC is probably premature in seeking comments in a Further NPRM on rules that would allow schools and libraries to use E-rate support for off-premises Wi-Fi hot spots and wireless internet services. Comments on…
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the FNPRM, which was approved 3-2 as part of the hot spot item in July (see 2407180024), were due Friday in docket 21-31. Replies are due Nov. 4. “We question whether releasing the Further Notice at the same time as the hotspot Order is premature,” ALA said. A better plan would “monitor the program in its first year to collect usage and cost data,” ALA said: “This information can then be used to better craft changes to the program in future years.”