May 9, 2022 8:00am EDT
Biden admin reaches deal to provide 'free' internet plans for low-income households
The $30-per month charge from ISPs is covered by a federal subsidy.
By Anders Hagstrom | Fox News
President Joe Biden's administration reached a deal with 20 U.S. internet service providers to provide free internet access to Americans living in low-income areas Monday.
ISPs such as AT&T, Verizon, Comcast and others agreed to provide "high-speed" internet access for $30 per month. The Biden administration also announced a federal subsidy for low-income households that will pay up to $30 for internet access, effectively making the plan free for qualifying households.
Americans can apply for access to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) at a new government website that launched Monday.
Americans qualify for the program if their income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. They can also qualify if a member of their household uses any of a number of other federal programs, such as Medicaid, SNAP food stamps, or a veterans pension, according to the White House.
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