The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federal initiative providing subsidized internet access to low-income households, is set to end on May 30, affecting over 23 million families across the United States. The program, crucial for ensuring affordable high-speed internet, is running out of funds due to Congress's failure to renew its financing, despite needing $7 billion. This impending cessation comes despite bipartisan support and public backing for the program's continuation. Key figures, including representatives and senators, have voiced frustration over the lack of action to extend the ACP, emphasizing the essential nature of internet access in today's society. Speaker Johnson has been specifically called out for not allowing a vote on the matter.
A federal program that has provided low or no-cost internet for roughly 23 million American households is about to end. https://t.co/Dmz95INwg2
FCC makes last plea to Congress as broadband-discount program runs out of cash https://t.co/WWIbV40dFt
We don’t live in the 90s. Internet isn’t just nice to have – it’s necessary if we’re going to build an economy that works for everyone. The Affordable Connectivity Program has meant cheap, reliable high-speed internet for Minnesotans across the state. Now, that’s all gone. https://t.co/qllU2RElGW
#EXCLUSIVE — FAA bill faces Senate holdup over expiring affordable internet program https://t.co/e8dErQu71n https://t.co/e8dErQu71n
Almost half of folks that had their internet bill lowered by the ACP were military families. Now, the funds are drying up, and these folks will see their bills soar. Why would we walk away from a program that’s working? I want to see us renew it & keep costs low for families.
A federal government program that discounts internet service with a goal to close the digital divide is coming to an end this month. https://t.co/x78DU0HRk2
#WhatWereReading ➡️Affordable #internet gave Native Americans a way to preserve community and culture. Now it’s another broken promise via @b_fung "The end of the ACP will affect nearly 1 in 5 US households, or an estimated 60 million people." #SaveACP https://t.co/UUw04qki8e
Millions of low-income Americans may find it harder to see health care providers virtually after federal subsidies for high-speed internet expired Tuesday. https://t.co/j2Gjdfly5S
The Affordable Connectivity Program, made possible by Democrats’ Investing in America agenda, isn’t just popular – it is a necessary tool for families to get connected to our increasingly digital society. Take it from Marylanders in St. Mary’s County➡️ https://t.co/6cbUfB9hpj https://t.co/oGoZg3quJy
Millions could lose internet as funds for federal program run out, FCC says | Click on the image to read the full story https://t.co/4PqY7574nn
Twenty-three million families in the U.S. will have bigger internet bills starting in May. That's because a federal broadband subsidy program they're enrolled in is nearly out of money. https://t.co/pUX9U1w9dJ
“They need access to high-speed internet just like they need access to electricity. This is what is required in a modern economy.” A federal broadband subsidy program ends today, leaving 23 million U.S. families with higher prices. https://t.co/e6VNEqiYp2
Congress has a responsibility to pass my bipartisan legislation, the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act, before the ACP’s funding begins to sunset as soon as tomorrow. 23 million American households are depending on our action today. We cannot let them down. https://t.co/we4afxRubr
The Affordable Connectivity Program Kept Them Online. What Now? https://t.co/DSdWFN9lo1
"Like with any federal funding, there’s a limit to how long a program can go on without being renewed by Congress.... Despite... a number of pleas from advocacy groups and organizations like the [FCC]... the program has officially lapsed" https://t.co/8hFyXNYFeo #ethics #internet
A federal broadband subsidy program ends today, leaving 23 million U.S. families with higher prices. “They need access to high-speed internet just like they need access to electricity. This is what is required in a modern economy.” https://t.co/e6VNEqjweA
For over two years, we’ve seen the ACP lower costs for almost half a million Virginia households – but Congress has failed to reauthorize the program, jeopardizing internet coverage for so many starting in May. We can and should renew it. https://t.co/kZscRks776
🚨 Affordable Connectivity Program Update 🚨 This week, the Senate Commerce Committee will consider $7 billion in funding—the same amount we asked for in our bipartisan bill—to extend the program. Congress must continue this critical program.
Twenty-three million families in the U.S. will have bigger internet bills starting in May. That’s because a federal broadband subsidy program they’re enrolled in is nearly out of money. https://t.co/I0OR84cl7S
Access to the internet isn't just nice to have, it's essential. Low-income households across the U.S. risk losing access if the #AffordableConnectivityProgram runs out of money. Will @SpeakerJohnson hold a vote for working class families, or does he only care about rich donors? https://t.co/ErycJf3zli
Millions of #California residents will see higher internet bills as a federal program’s funds deplete https://t.co/5qRKdS5lFE
As Affordable Connectivity Program dries up, internet will get pricier for millions https://t.co/hTJH6BHtD5
Despite having bipartisan support in Congress, Speaker Johnson won't allow us to vote to extend the ACP — jeopardizing internet access for millions of Americans. In today's world, internet is a necessity. Congress needs to extend the ACP NOW. https://t.co/nOSpEwbKvM
Millions of Americans are about to lose internet access, and Congress is to blame https://t.co/wpW6H40eAJ
“It is clear the program would be extended if the speaker would allow a vote” Despite overwhelming support from the American public, the speaker is refusing to extend the ACP, which is responsible for lowering internet costs nationwide. https://t.co/b0rt2XA7gk
EYE ON YOUR MONEY: 💰 Tens of thousands of Utahns may soon have to pay much more for their internet access or lose it entirely. May 30 marks the last full day of the Affordable Connectivity Program. https://t.co/vf4uxANNaD
Millions of Americans set to lose discounted internet access this week https://t.co/Y4xK30Esxg
Millions of low-income families rely on subsidized internet access to afford high-speed connections. However, this week, many could lose this crucial program, jeopardizing their ability to stay connected. https://t.co/hpPUPtyKGX
More than 20 million households will see broadband bills go up in May as a federal program runs out of funding. https://t.co/N0YcXf4bKC