Working from home is commonplace for both students and employees in a variety of occupations. One thing they all have in common is the need to have reliable internet access.
A new program has been launched to help households pay for internet access. The Affordable Connectivity Program is being administered by the Federal Communications Commission.
The new program follows the Emergency Broadband Benefit that temporarily helped almost nine million people afford internet service during the pandemic.
The new program covers $30 of the monthly bill and gives a one time $100 credit toward a connecting device.
To qualify, families must meet income requirements of 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. For a family of four, the income threshold is $53,000. Receiving federal benefits like SNAP or Free and Reduced Lunch can also be factored in qualifying for the internet assistance.
Most Michigan internet access providers participate in the program. To get the full details and to sign up, go to the link below.
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
