To amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure that certain telecommunications assistance available to assist school buses is preserved consistent with the Declaratory Ruling in the matter of Modernizing the E-Rate Program for Schools and Libraries adopted by the Federal Communications Commission on October 19, 2023 (FCC 23-84; WC Docket No. 13-184), and for other purposes.

Bill 118 hr 8556 aims to amend section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure that certain telecommunications assistance available to assist school buses is preserved in line with the Declaratory Ruling issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on October 19, 2023. This ruling, known as FCC 23-84 and WC Docket No. 13-184, focuses on modernizing the E-Rate Program for Schools and Libraries.

The bill seeks to maintain the telecommunications support provided to school buses, ensuring that they have access to necessary communication services. By aligning with the FCC's ruling, the legislation aims to uphold the FCC's efforts to update and improve the E-Rate Program for educational institutions.

In addition to preserving telecommunications assistance for school buses, the bill also addresses other related purposes. It is designed to support the FCC's initiatives in modernizing communication services for schools and libraries, ultimately benefiting students, educators, and communities across the country. Overall, Bill 118 hr 8556 focuses on ensuring that telecommunications assistance for school buses is maintained in accordance with the FCC's Declaratory Ruling, while also supporting broader efforts to enhance communication services for educational institutions.