FCC Commits $603M More in ECF

The FCC committed an additional nearly $603 million in Emergency Connectivity Fund support, bringing the total to more than $3.8 billion so far, said a news release Monday. The new funding will support 1,651 schools, 85 libraries and 14 consortiums. “Today’s announcement will help an additional million children get the internet access and technology needed for success in today’s virtual and hybrid classrooms,” said Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.