The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is set to end in April, affecting nearly 23 million families. Congress is urged to protect the ACP, which has seen a record 21 million sign-ups for marketplace plans in 2024. The expanded subsidies for the program are set to expire after next year. Urgent calls to fund the ACP before it runs out in April are being made to Congress, as providers have sent out notices about the program's potential end. Advocates are seeking more funding for the ACP, while opponents highlight concerns about higher prices associated with the program.
The Affordable Connectivity Program is in the news again at @PunchbowlNews and @WSJ because this pandemic-era subsidy running out of money. Its advocates want more money and another $20 billion per year entitlement. Hereβs a reminder that ACP is associated with higher prices. https://t.co/bySrRfEt42
Providers sent out notices today that the Affordable Connectivity Program will end without additional funding, Congress must act swiftly to fund this program and make sure that millions of Americans donβt lose access to broadband. https://t.co/mLOIVjckdC
β° The clock is ticking, Congress. Join us today for #DontDisconnectUS Day by calling or emailing your representative and urging them to #FundACP before $$ runs out this April. Act now to save the Affordable Connectivity Program at https://t.co/fxbRxASXpH https://t.co/jJqhqW8RDA
A record 21 million people signed up for marketplace plans for 2024, drawn in part by more generous federal subsidies. But the expanded subsidies are set to expire after next year. https://t.co/mO4VOS1F8R
Today, 1 in 6 households will be notified that the ACP is ending as early as April β that means nearly 23 million families living with tight budgets will be forced to choose between internet access and other vital necessities. Congress has a responsibility to protect the ACP. https://t.co/X0YOoPiXdI