The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is launching a new partnership with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to make sure everyone who is eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program has the opportunity to benefit from free or low-cost internet.
With the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program, you can save on your bill and may be able to get high-speed internet for free.
The program provides eligible households:
- Service discount up to $30/month
- Service discount up to $75/month on qualifying Tribal lands
- Device discount up to $100 for a qualifying device
Do I Qualify?
- Based on your household income
- If you or your child or dependent participate in certain government assistance programs such as SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, or other programs
- If you or anyone in your household already receives a Lifeline benefit
Based on Your Income
You are eligible for the ACP if your income is 200% or less than the Federal Poverty Guidelines (see the table below). The guideline is based on your household size and state.
Household Size | 48 Contiguous States | ||
---|---|---|---|
1 | $29,160 | ||
2 | $39,440 | ||
3 | $49,720 | ||
4 | $60,000 | ||
5 | $70,280 | ||
6 | $80,560 | ||
7 | $90,840 | ||
8 | $101,120 | ||
For each additional person, add: | $10,280 |
You may have to show proof of income, like a tax return or three consecutive pays stubs, when you apply for the ACP.
How do I sign up?
1 | Click to Apply
2 | Get internet – Contact an internet company to get your benefit.
For more information and links visit the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program page.
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