What happened to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)? Congress has not approved additional funding for the ACP. As a result, April 2024 was the last month in which the full ACP benefit was applied, with a partial benefit provided May 2024. Beginning in June 2024, no full or partial ...
Arecent studyfrom the Chamber of Progress also found ACP subscribers will lose $10 billion in work opportunities, $1.4 billion in telehealth savings and $627 million in student benefits if the program expires. But in a gridlocked Congress, popularity is no guarantee of survival. Voices...
Congress could approve more funding to see the ACP through the end of 2024, but there's still no long-term plan for the program. SDI Productions/Getty Images How the ACP helped close the gap The ACP was an attempt to address the root cause of the digital divide: Most Americans...
Unfortunately, as of June 1st, 2024, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) — which provided discounts on internet service for eligible households — has ended due to a lack of additional funding from Congress. While this closure has affected many who relied on the program for affordable inte...
(with a co-payment of $10.01). • Additional benefits if you live on tribal lands Not all devices and plans sold by Snapfōn® are eligible for the ACP free phone benefit. Frequently Asked Questions Snapfōn® is proud to offer the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to qualifying hous...
5/2/2024: Congress Makes Last-Ditch Effort to Save Low-Cost Broadband Program, PCMag I wrote about two bills that seem like they might have better-than-usual odds of reviving the Affordable Connectivity Program: one that would restore the FCC spectrum-auction authority that Congress inexplicably...
Now, the end of the ACP is imminent, unless Congress allocates additional funds. The program has less than $1.8 billion remaining, meaning that April is the last month in which operators will be able to provide the full $30 per month benefit with the program’s funding. In May, operators...
Article ofinterest Led by Tri-Caucus Chairs, 101 Members of Congress Urge Leadership to Replenish Affordable Connectivity Program’s Funding Dear Majority Leader Schumer, Minority Leader McConnell, Speaker Johnson and Democratic Leader Jeffries, As Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus...
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was created by Congress and implemented by the Federal ...
Article ofinterest Led by Tri-Caucus Chairs, 101 Members of Congress Urge Leadership to Replenish Affordable Connectivity Program’s Funding Dear Majority Leader Schumer, Minority Leader McConnell, Speaker Johnson and Democratic Leader Jeffries, As Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus...