The Affordable Connectivity Program to end this month

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Affordable Connectivity Program’s (ACP) funding ends this month.

The ACP is the largest and most successful broadband affordability program in the nation’s history. The ACP supported eligible low-income households struggling to afford monthly broadband service.

A bipartisan group of Senators and Representatives have introduced the ACP Extension Act, which, if adopted, would provide an additional $7 billion for the ACP.

“I believe we have come too far with the ACP to turn back and lose the gains we have made connecting so many households across the country. The Commission continues to stand ready to assist Congress with any efforts to fully fund the ACP into the future,” said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.