FCC launches sweeping review of $3B school internet subsidy program over screen time concerns

The Federal Communications Commission has initiated a comprehensive review of its $3 billion school internet subsidy program, expressing worries that the funds might be fostering excessive screen time instead of educational benefits. The move comes as officials aim to verify that the federally funded internet connections are genuinely enhancing educational outcomes rather than becoming a source of distraction. This scrutiny highlights a broader concern about balancing technology use in schools with educational priorities, signaling potential changes to how these funds are managed and utilized.