Susan Klein sidelined from school library tech funding for three years
Published Date: 4/3/2026
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Susan Klein is officially banned from the federal E-Rate program and all related federal support programs for three years starting April 3, 2026. This means she can’t participate in any federal funding for schools and libraries during that time. The ban kicks in as soon as she gets the letter or on April 3, so it’s a serious move to keep the program fair and honest.
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