A new federal program aimed at connecting families and easing the internet gap for rural Americans is now available.
The Affordable Connectivity Program offers high-speed, fiber-to-the-home internet service at a $30 monthly discount to eligible households.
The program is a component of the $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed by the United States Congress in November 2021.
A household is eligible if its total income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, or if a resident of the household uses: SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program); Medicaid; SSI (Supplemental Security Income); WIC; free or reduced lunch or school breakfast program; Federal Public Housing Assistance; Veterans Pension or Survivor Benefits; and Pell Grant.
Eligible households also can receive a one-time $100 discount on select computers or tablets.
There are two primary ways to sign up for the program. Go to getinternet.gov to apply online and find participating broadband providers near you or contact a participating broadband provider to learn about their application process. There are more than 1,300 providers nationwide participating in the program. Once enrolled, eligible households must contact a participating broadband provider to select a service plan.
For additional information, visit AffordableConnectivity.gov/do-i-qualify. To learn more about the program, visit fcc.gov/ACP or call a support center at 877-384-2575.
