Connected Rural Schools Act

Senate Bill 3151 - Connected Rural Schools Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-02-09T01:57:02Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3151 Connected Rural Schools Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 1:57 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3151

Connected Rural Schools Act

This bill authorizes counties to use funds from the Secure Rural Schools Program to provide or expand access to (1) broadband services at local schools, or (2) technology and connectivity necessary for students to use digital learning tools outside of a local school campus.

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Current Status of Bill S 3151

Bill S 3151 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2020. Bill S 3151 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on January 7, 2020. Bill S 3151's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of January 7, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3151

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3151

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Education programs funding

- Educational technology and distance education

- Elementary and secondary education

- Forests, forestry, trees

- Internet and video services

- Internet, web applications, social media

- Rural conditions and development

- State and local finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3151

Connected Rural Schools Act

A bill to amend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 to allow counties to use certain funds to provide or expand access to broadband telecommunications services and other technologies.