Superintendent warned that an FCC review of the E‑Rate program could reduce the program's discount rate (currently around 75%), which would increase district costs for technology projects if changes occur in future cycles.

A second presenter said missions face rigid budgetary rules and lack basic technology, urging predictable equitable funding, investment in mobility, counter-drone capabilities and full participation of women across peacekeeping workforces.

Microsoft emphasizes international collaboration to establish AI standards, access, and risk management.

Apply for an ERA Computer Grant and access free refurbished technology for your charity, school, nonprofit, students, or community program.

District enhances technology with new Chromebooks and updates for over 900 devices.

An internal audit found the Savannah‑Chatham County school district's 1:1 device program has inconsistent governance, missing loan forms and aging equipment; the audit committee adopted the report and asked management to develop a district‑wide 1:1 framework.

The Pitt County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt the county budget ordinance after a public hearing with no speakers, restoring $40,000 for commissioner travel, adding school funding including supplemental nurses (amount unclear in transcript), and allocating $2 million for student device replacement.

During public comment the teachers’ union urged the board to reconsider a proposed across‑the‑board grading floor of 50; students and TV‑program leaders described missing donated Chromebooks, broken Macs and a frozen midyear equipment budget that harmed extracurricular submissions.

FleetWorks Innovation Hub asked the county May 29 for a letter of support and outreach help to expand local business participation in programs that license NPS technology, provide field testing at Camp Roberts and offer free cyber assessments; staff were directed to draft a support letter.

Program leads reported technology barriers (phone/tablet limitations for LMS uploads) and academic-readiness gaps among learners; adding a required one-hour weekly synchronous session improved completion rates for cohorts at AB Tech.

BrightSpeed's build in Craven County is 95% complete; the board approved a $250,000 budget amendment (previously earmarked in ARPA funds) to meet the county match required for the Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology grant, which will extend service to about 1,863 rural locations.

A Department of War pilot called the Defense Patent Holiday curates hundreds of patents from a 6,000+ catalog and offers no-fee commercial evaluation licenses and a two-year royalty waiver to help small companies test and commercialize government-owned technology.

The superintendent reported on committee formations and federal funding: about $11,000 in eGrants/Carl Perkins funds (with $2,000 earmarked for professional development), roughly $125,000 in Title I funds, and concern that the FCC may reduce or eliminate E-rate discounts—public comment on E-rate has been extended to Oct. 13. The superintendent also updated a bus-barn construction timeline, now likely mid-December.

The chair said the Plan for Broadband Act would direct the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to develop a government-wide strategy to close the digital divide after a GAO finding that more than 130 federal broadband programs exist across 15 agencies.

Alvaro Lario said satellites and AI can improve early warning and soil-health analysis for farmers, but adoption is limited by connectivity and government capacity; he warned that technology will help only where governments and local communities can implement it.

The committee voted (4–2) to forward a one‑year, revocable rooftop license from United Communications — which would provide free downtown Wi‑Fi at no cost to the county — to the full county commission, asking staff to obtain technical answers on interference, shutdown options and insurance from OIT, maintenance and the company before final approval.

Board review included RF engineer testimony and maps showing what a 115–135 foot monopole would cover. The applicant said lower heights leave coverage gaps in Boylston; the town reviewer said 75 feet would cover much of Northborough but not the broader gap that crosses town lines.

At its July reorganization meeting, the Haysville School Board approved a state-mandated student personal electronic devices policy (JCDC) that requires in-building restrictions and the purchase of lockers; the measure passed 6–1 amid concerns about staff burden, student safety and legal challenges.

At its June 15 meeting EPIC's board adopted an artificial-intelligence use policy required by new state law and approved several technology- and procurement-related policies clarifying inventory, essential technology, and learning fund rules.

At its Feb. 15 meeting the Waterford Township Board of Education unanimously approved large tuition contracts with Hammonton Board of Education for 2023–24, certified monthly finances and bills totaling roughly $2.1 million, accepted a $48,173.75 E‑Rate grant for Chromebooks, and approved the district long‑range facilities plan and related procurement.

After a district survey showing mixed views from parents, students and teachers, the Madison School District board discussed a potential 'away‑for‑the‑day' cellphone policy and agreed to ask the superintendent to draft an implementation plan while tracking a proposed state ban.

State Broadband Director Jordan Arnold told the Public Works Board the state's BEAD allocation is $1.2 billion with approvals so far for about $736 million in last‑mile awards; Washington plans a mix of fiber, fixed wireless and satellite to serve roughly 166,000 locations and expects challenges around NEPA, permitting and contracting.

Jordan Arnold, director of the Washington State Broadband Office, told the Technology, Economic Development and Veterans Committee that Washington’s provisional BEAD awards would connect about 166,000 locations, that $736 million of federal BEAD funds are currently available for deployment, and that WISBO is pursuing permitting roundtables and NEPA expertise to accelerate builds.

The Early Learning & K‑12 Education Committee heard SB 6,222, which would let school districts sell depreciated surplus technology to students and grant devices at no cost to students from low‑income families (priority given to those eligible for free or reduced‑price meals or incomes ≤185% of the federal poverty level).

Kenmore officials seek community input on school zone safety cameras amidst mixed reactions.