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2. Lifeline (FCC program) - Wikipedia

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   Lifeline is the Federal Communications Commission 's program, established in 1985, intended to make communications services more affordable for low-income consumers. Lifeline provides subscribers a discount on monthly telephone service purchased from participating providers in the marketplace. Subscribers can also purchase discounted broadband ...

3. Affordable Connectivity Program - Wikipedia

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   The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a United States government-sponsored program that provided internet access to low-income households. [1] Several companies signed on to participate in the program, including Verizon Communications, Frontier Communications, T-Mobile, Spectrum, Cox, AT&T, Xfinity, Optimum and Comcast. [2][3] The ...

4. How to Get Discounted or Free Cell Phones for Seniors - AOL

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   Cell phones can be a lifeline to the outside world, especially for older Americans. Unfortunately, not all seniors can afford the high cost of a new cell phone and service. A new cell phone can ...

5. White House says 20 internet companies will provide ... - AOL

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   ‘A historic opportunity’ Families are eligible for the ACP mostly based on income level. Any household making less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level — $55,500 for a family of four in ...

6. Government approves emergency $50 internet subsidy for low ...

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   The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved the $3.2 billion Emergency Broadband Benefit Program called Lifeline that provides a benefit of up to $50 a month for broadband service and up ...

7. Universal Service Fund - Wikipedia

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   Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided subsidies to low-income people pay for phone service; first landlines, then cellphones, and as of 2016 it also offers the option of Internet connectivity. [34] It provides a subsidy of up to $9.25 a month for Americans below 135% of the poverty line.