The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is at risk of running out of funds by the end of April, potentially affecting over 23 million U.S. households. Lawmakers are urging Congress to act swiftly to extend the program to ensure affordable internet access for millions of Americans, including retirees, veterans, students, and those living in rural communities. Various legislators have introduced bills like the ACP Extension Act to preserve the program, which provides low-cost internet service to households in different states, such as Connecticut, New Mexico, North Carolina, and Central Coast. The ACP has been instrumental in helping families save on internet bills and promoting digital inclusion, with bipartisan support for its extension.
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is bridging the digital divide and has helped provide affordable broadband to over 20,000 in the 8th District. I spoke with leaders in Kittitas County to discuss the ACP and my work in Congress to extend funding for this program. https://t.co/YbNo8OjFfx
Extending the Affordable Connectivity Program continues to gain bipartisan support in Congress. As funding runs out in April, we must renew this program to protect NH families’ access to high-speed internet and ensure broadband is available to all. ➡️ https://t.co/4le3fI5GGi https://t.co/y9WGyksX6P
The Affordable Connectivity Program has helped over 23 million households sign up for discounted broadband internet service. In April, funding is set to expire. We must continue to fund this program, and ensure all of our communities are connected in this digital age.
At our town hall tonight, we're discussing the vital importance of the Affordable Connectivity Program for eastern NC. This program serves as a lifeline, ensuring affordable internet access for our communities. https://t.co/TLkhp1981n
Access to affordable internet is not a luxury—it's a necessity in the modern world. That’s why @HouseDemocrats & I are pushing to preserve the Affordable Connectivity Program, which 38,000+ Central Coast households rely on to stay connected. 💻 https://t.co/xuruV2qgUA
The internet allows folks like Leslie to connect with family members, order things online, check their bank accounts, and much more. My colleagues must join me in passing the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act to keep folks connected. https://t.co/6y1uzwyZst
Ensuring access to affordable, dependable broadband is crucial for active engagement in the modern economy and civic life. Congress MUST unite and advance the Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act to safeguard this vital bipartisan initiative. 💻🛜 https://t.co/LdkJobdUF8
The Affordable Connectivity Program helps 78,000 households in NC-06 save $30/month on their Internet bills. But due to Republican inaction, families may lose this critical benefit in April. I’m fighting in Congress to reauthorize this cost-saving program. https://t.co/2ZyOA78ZBq
We must extend The #AffordableConnectivityProgram! I co-sponsored the ACP Extension Act because the internet is a NECESSITY, and everyone should have access to it no matter their zip code or bank account.
Retirees, veterans, students, people who live with disabilities, folks who live in rural communities—millions of people from all walks of life rely on the Affordable Connectivity Program to stay connected. The ACP is expiring soon. Congress must act. https://t.co/V9K3PV3k08
If the Affordable Connectivity Program expires, too many New Mexicans will go without access to the Internet. In today’s world, this sets us back. I called for the ACP Extension Act to be included in last week’s funding bill. I’m disheartened that it wasn’t, but I’ll keep…
Millions of Americans rely on the #ACP to keep their families online and their internet bill down. With only weeks remaining until its funding expires, my bill, the ACP Extension Act, will preserve this program for the families who depend on it. https://t.co/dtsBJZd3Eb https://t.co/yqotaMznLI
Over 23 million U.S. households could lose their internet plans or face higher charges by May because a government program, the Affordable Connectivity Plan (ACP), is running out of funds at the end of April. https://t.co/DODU9GIiEI
The Affordable Connectivity Program provides low-cost internet service to 1 in 8 Connecticut households. Congress must act to avoid a program funding cliff this Spring. I'm working in a bipartisan fashion to ensure the ACP stays online.