Establishes Digital Divide Solutions Grant Program in DOE to assist public schools in purchase of connected devices and Internet access for students during periods of remote instruction.
This bill establishes a state grant program within New Jersey's Department of Education to help public schools provide essential technology for remote learning. It directly assists students lacking access to connected devices (like laptops or tablets) or home internet by funding the purchase of devices, Wi-Fi hotspots, mobile broadband service, device peripherals (such as cases and headsets), and insurance. Grants, funded primarily through federal pandemic relief funds, require schools to return all equipment within five days after remote instruction ends and dedicate 95% of funds to devices (not administration). Schools must also report on equipment usage and remaining access gaps within one year of receiving funds.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 8, 2024
Last action Feb 8, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
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Tony Bucco
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