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New York's new low-income broadband law is already under fire by Big Telecom


New York s new low-income broadband law is already under fire by Big Telecom
This bill is preempted by federal law and ignores the $50 monthly broadband discount recently enacted by Congress
on April 30, 2021, 14:02
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Why it matters: The recent pandemic has forced many families to change. Some are now working from home permanently. Some children have gone back to school, but many are still enrolled in distance learning. So the need for reliable and fast internet connections is more important for more people than it was just one year ago.
This month, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law a bill that requires New York internet providers to provide low-income households broadband service for $15 per month. It is not a subsidy where the state covers the difference, but a mandate that ISPs lower their high-speed internet rates for eligible applicants. ....

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FCC approves $50 broadband subsidy to help bridge the digital divide amid the pandemic


The $3.2 billion federal initiative is the largest of its kind
on February 26, 2021, 11:51
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In brief: The Federal Communications Commission has unanimously voted to establish a program designed to help lower the cost of high-speed Internet for those struggling to get connectivity during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. It’s the nation’s largest-ever program tasked with helping households afford speedy Internet service, and should go into effect within the next 60 days.
The Emergency Broadband Relief Program is a $3.2 billion federal initiative that’ll provide eligible households with discounts of up to $50 per month for broadband service. Those living on tribal lands may be eligible for a $75 monthly discount, the FCC said in its announcement. ....

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