Executive Order 12999

Educational Technology: Ensuring Opportunity for All Children in the Next Century

Ordered by William J. Clinton on April 17, 1996

Summary

Directs federal agencies to prioritize transferring surplus computer equipment to schools and educational nonprofits, especially in underserved communities. Agencies must facilitate donations at minimal cost and encourage employees to volunteer technical support to schools, promoting classroom technology use and teacher training.

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