The Honorable Ajit Pai March 5, 2020 Page 2 Finally, there already have been weeks-long school closures in Washington state and it is likely that other school closures of uncertain duration will occur around the country. I request that the FCC consider whether temporary measures using its authority under section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 could be used to facilitate at-home connectivity for students to keep up in class should remote schoolwork become necessary due to COVID-19 closures. Thank you for your attention to this important situation. Please provide a response to this letter as soon as possible and in no event later than March 15, 2020. Sincerely, MARIA CANTWELL Ranking Member cc: The Honorable Jessica Rosenworcel, The Honorable Michael O'Rielly, The Honorable Geoffrey Starks, The Honorable Brendan Carr 2