Senate passes bill allowing districts to transfer surplus devices to students Senators approved substitute Senate Bill 6222 to let school districts transfer surplus technology (laptops/tablets) to students at depreciated value, prioritizing low-income students; supporters said the bill is optional for districts and aims to reduce the digital divide.

The Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill that empowers school districts to provide surplus laptops and tablets to low-income students, tackling the digital divide head-on!

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Panel hears bill letting districts grant or sell surplus technology to students at depreciated cost House Bill 2,432 would let school districts and ESDs sell or grant surplus technology (laptops, tablets, assistive devices) to students and recent graduates at depreciated cost without public‑notice surplus requirements; district tech leaders and superintendents supported the change as a practical way to expand student access to devices.

House Bill 2,432 aims to empower students and recent graduates by allowing school districts to sell or grant surplus tech at a fraction of the cost, ensuring everyone has access to essential devices.

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AT&T, Human I-T give refurbished laptops to Village of Promise for Huntsville students and families AT&T and Human I-T provided laptops to Huntsville students and families for the school year, AT&T announced Friday.

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City officials test closed captioning and streaming functionality for upcoming meeting City officials confirm successful testing of closed captioning and streaming for meetings.

Venice City Council's recent meeting showcased a successful test of their closed captioning system, ensuring all residents can fully engage in local governance!

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DRF Blog: Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities: Your Guide to Independence & Access Many people think assistive technology (AT) is just a convenience—like a high-tech gadget that makes life easier. But for people with disabilities, AT is essential for independence, communication, and full participation in everyday life.

Assistive Tech is a game-changer! It promotes independence through tools like wheelchairs and voice systems. But access can be pricey.

Let's make Assistive Tech available for everyone!

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Is equality possible in the digital age?
Access to digital devices and the internet should be a right. With economic support, education, and infrastructure investments, we can eliminate digital inequality. Let’s take action for a more inclusive future! 🌍📶 #DigitalEquality #TechnologyForAll

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