Federal telecommunications assists millions of American households each year through the Lifeline internet and phone discount program, which offers much-needed connectivity support to families with ...

Finding low-cost internet is becoming increasingly more difficult with rising prices and decreased support for low-income families. The Affordable Connectivity Program was shuttered in June 2024, ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Special LifeLine rates for low-income telephone customers that had been ...

— -- Going through a rough patch financially? As you cut your monthly bills to the bone, it may be tempting to decide to go without cell phone or Internet service. But this can be one of the most ...

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