ALA and partners in the Schools, Health, and Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition expressed disappointment with the September 30 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) vote to end E-Rate support for library and school hotspot lending programs and school bus Wi-Fi. The FCC’s action overturns its 2024 order establishing hotspot lending programs for schools and libraries. These initiatives provided critical connectivity to millions of students and library patrons who lack reliable internet access at home. Although disappointed by the outcome, ALA, SHLB, and its partners will continue to advocate for policies that expand broadband access and support libraries and other community anchor institutions.