What does CIPA require for federal funding?

What does CIPA require for federal funding?

• A. Prohibit internet access to schools
• B. Require students to log in with social media accounts
• C. Use Internet filters and implement other measures to protect children from harmful online content as a condition for federal funding
• D. Increase funding for sports programs

Answer: (C)

CIPA ties federal funding to safeguarding students online. Schools and libraries must use Internet filters and have an Internet safety policy to protect children from harmful content as a condition for receiving federal funds. In practice, this means deploying technology protection measures that block or filter access to obscene or other content harmful to minors, along with policies and education that promote safe online behavior. This ensures funding supports a safer online environment while still allowing appropriate Internet access. The other options don’t fit because CIPA doesn’t require banning all Internet access, logging in with social media accounts, or increasing sports funding.

CIPA ties federal funding to safeguarding students online. Schools and libraries must use Internet filters and have an Internet safety policy to protect children from harmful content as a condition for receiving federal funds. In practice, this means deploying technology protection measures that block or filter access to obscene or other content harmful to minors, along with policies and education that promote safe online behavior. This ensures funding supports a safer online environment while still allowing appropriate Internet access. The other options don’t fit because CIPA doesn’t require banning all Internet access, logging in with social media accounts, or increasing sports funding.