FCC Launches Affordable Connectivity Program; Emergency Broadband Benefit Program Transitions To New Affordable Connectivity Program

In accordance with Congressional directives in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the Federal Communications Commission launched the Affordable Connectivity Program, the $14.2 billion successor program to the Emergency Broadband Benefit which helped almost 9 million afford internet access during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mitigation efforts. Final program rules will be adopted by the Commission in January 2022.

Eligible households are encouraged to apply to receive up to $30 per month discount toward internet service, and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up . . .