最高法院可以拆除对学校、图书馆和医院的互联网接入至关重要的7B基金。
Supreme Court may dismantle $7B fund crucial for internet access in schools, libraries, and hospitals.
最高法院将审理一个可能威胁到70亿美元的普遍服务基金(USF)的案件,该基金提供图书馆、学校和医院的互联网接入。
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could threaten the $7 billion Universal Service Fund (USF), which provides internet access to libraries, schools, and hospitals.
批评者认为,USF违反了非指控原则,限制了国会向联邦机构授权的权力。
Critics argue the USF violates the nondelegation doctrine, limiting Congress's power to delegate authority to federal agencies.
如果法院对USF作出不利于USF的裁决,可能会使这些机构损失数十亿美元,有可能使数百万人无法上网,特别是在低收入社区。
If the court rules against the USF, it could cost these institutions billions, potentially leaving millions without internet access, especially in low-income communities.
预计将在6月前作出决定。
A decision is expected by June.