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After millions lose access to internet subsidy, FCC moves to fill connectivity gaps
Read full article: After millions lose access to internet subsidy, FCC moves to fill connectivity gapsThe FCC voted in July to allow schools and libraries to use federal money to loan out WiFi hotspots to students and patrons.
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
Read full article: Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidyMillions of families will face bigger internet bills starting in May because a federal broadband subsidy program is set to expire.
1.7 million Texas households are set to lose monthly internet subsidy
Read full article: 1.7 million Texas households are set to lose monthly internet subsidyThe Affordable Connectivity Program provides a $30 monthly subsidy to help low-income households pay for internet service. The program is slated to run out of money at the end of the month.
‘The Internet is not cheap:’ Spring man advocates to save federal program lowering Internet costs
Read full article: ‘The Internet is not cheap:’ Spring man advocates to save federal program lowering Internet costsThe Affordable Connectivity Program is a federal program that lowers the cost of internet for recipients up to $30 per month and $75 a month for those on Tribal lands. 1,718,552 Texans are enrolled in the program. However, the program will likely end next month if Congress doesn’t fund the program.
What is the Affordable Connectivity Program and why thousands of Texas households may be in jeopardy of losing internet
Read full article: What is the Affordable Connectivity Program and why thousands of Texas households may be in jeopardy of losing internetThousands of households are in jeopardy of losing internet through the Affordable Connectivity Program, which provides reduced internet bills to families in need.
Biden's vow of affordable internet for all is threatened by the looming expiration of subsidies
Read full article: Biden's vow of affordable internet for all is threatened by the looming expiration of subsidiesTwenty-three million families will either have to pay more for internet or cancel their subscriptions altogether if a federal subsidy program to help with the monthly bill runs out of money.
Broadband subsidy program that millions use will expire next year if Congress doesn’t act
Read full article: Broadband subsidy program that millions use will expire next year if Congress doesn’t actOne of the programs set up to ensure affordable internet for all is set to run out by the middle of 2024.
Texas to receive $3.3 billion in federal funds to boost broadband expansion efforts
Read full article: Texas to receive $3.3 billion in federal funds to boost broadband expansion effortsThe federal money will be added to the $1.5 billion investment made by state lawmakers this session to increase broadband availability across Texas.
Less expensive internet: Feds’ Affordable Connectivity Program connects eligible households to internet for less
Read full article: Less expensive internet: Feds’ Affordable Connectivity Program connects eligible households to internet for lessPaloma Perez with the FCC shares how the program helps households get and afford the internet service they need for work, school, health care and more.
Internet, mobile phone discounts for military veterans
Read full article: Internet, mobile phone discounts for military veteransMilitary veterans know that some companies offer discounts and savings to thank them for their service to our country, but you may not know veterans can save on their cable bills as well.
Free and discounted internet: This program helps families in need receive services
Read full article: Free and discounted internet: This program helps families in need receive servicesA new program is providing free and discounted internet services for qualifying families as part of a government initiative.
Ask Amy episode notes: Five quick ‘Ways 2 Save’ on your monthly budget
Read full article: Ask Amy episode notes: Five quick ‘Ways 2 Save’ on your monthly budgetWe are helping you find extra money in your budget. From skincare products to subscription fees, in this Ask Amy episode, we have ways you can save money. Amy Davis also takes us to one big box store to show how you can get discounts at the checkout.
President Biden announces program to provide discounted internet service to low-income families
Read full article: President Biden announces program to provide discounted internet service to low-income familiesPresident Joe Biden says 20 internet companies have agreed to provide discounted service to people with low incomes.