​A pair of bipartisan Federal Communications Commission​ policymakers think it's time to repurpose spectrum previously dedicated for the development of federally funded short-range vehicle-to-vehicle communications.

The FCC commissioner appeared alongside Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vt., during the announcement of the legislation in Vermont. She has been an outspoken advocate for kids who don't have Internet access.

A trio of legislators introduced on Monday the Broadband Adoption Act of 2015, which would modernize the FCC's Lifeline program to include broadband services for low-income Americans.

At the 1776 Challenge Festival on Monday, Jessica Rosenworcel said families should have high-speed broadband access at home so their kids don't get left behind in the digital age.

Smith, along with a number of other female leaders, wants to rework the nation's education system to drive more diversity into the tech sector.