Millions of Californians Could Face Higher Internet Bills As Federal Low-Income Discount Ends
The federal Affordable Connectivity Program will stop accepting new applications by Feb. 7 unless Congress votes to extend funding.
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The federal Affordable Connectivity Program will stop accepting new applications by Feb. 7 unless Congress votes to extend funding.
Nevada County learned Tuesday that it is receiving a $25,000 grant from the California Emerging Technology Fund to help low-income residents get discounted Internet service. The money will be used
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