You may Qualify for Cheap or Free Internet
Internet access is becoming a utility, like gas or electricity, people need it for modern life. But high speed internet is costly, just like a Minnesota winter heating bill.
If your household income is 200% or less than the Federal Poverty Guidelines or someone in your household participates in certain government assistance programs, you may be eligible for low cost or free internet benefits through ACP (the Affordable Connectivity Program, which is run by the FCC - the Federal Communications Commission).
How does this work and how much of a discount?
$30 per month toward internet service for eligible households, and some companies now offer internet service for $30, making internet service free.
$75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands.
Eligible households also can receive a one-time discount of up to $100 toward purchasing a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers.
How do you get the discounts? You can apply online with the FCC, directly contacting your current internet service provider, or by mail. You can also call 1-877-384-2575 to find out how to apply.
-Thank you to Sue Boiko, MD for sharing this information for us
