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Ed Markey: That's where the E-Rate came from and so far it's been $60 billion to make sure that kids get connected.

On the recordMay 10, 2023
That's where the E-Rate came from and so far it's been $60 billion to make sure that kids get connected.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey highlights the E-Rate's funding to ensure connectivity for underprivileged children.

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