You may be eligible for a $50 monthly coronavirus pandemic discount on your home broadband bill starting Wednesday.
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program was included as part of the roughly $900 billion COVID-19 relief package passed by Congress in December 2020 and signed by President Donald Trump. It set aside $3.2 billion for the Federal Communications Commission to cover the program.
Internet connectivity has been vital during the coronavirus pandemic as more Americans worked from home and more students attended school at home. We all know that Internet access is essential for modern life, FCC Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said Wednesday. This pandemic has made it abundantly clear that broadband is no longer nice to have, it’s need-to-have, for everyone, everywhere.
AUBURN â Mediacom Communications on Wednesday announced its participation in the federal governmentâs Emergency Broadband Benefit Program designed to help families and individuals struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The EBBP is a temporary program being administered by the Federal Communications Commission. It provides eligible new or current customers with up to $50 off their monthly internet service bills. Program eligibility is defined by the FCC.
âMediacomâs participation in the FCCâs Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is one more way we ensure that reliable broadband is available to families and individuals who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,â said Mediacom Senior Vice President Ed Pardini. âIn all Mediacom service areas, our team will encourage eligible individuals and families to use this temporary benefit to stay connected to loved ones and to access online education, health care and
North Texans in need can use program to help pay for internet and computers
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is giving money to families who need a little help.
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is giving money to families who need a little help.
It s meant for people who cannot typically afford internet, or were affected financially by the pandemic.
This program will provide consumers with substantial discounts on broadband service and computers.
It s open to those who suffered a large loss in income during the pandemic due to job loss or furlough, along with those who meet financial guidelines.