On November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) into law, which established the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The ACP provides eligible households up to $30 a month, or $75 a month for households living on tribal lands, toward their internet bills, as well as a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet.
All households with a child who was approved to receive free or reduced-price school meals under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or the School Breakfast Program (SBP), within the last 12 months, including children who attend schools participating in the Community Eligibility Provision, are eligible for ACP benefits. Households are also eligible if a member of a household participates in certain federal benefit programs—including, among others, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, Medicaid, and Federal Public Housing Assistance.
Households may apply for the ACP via GetInternet.gov or can call 877-384-2575. NSLP and SBP households applying directly through the ACP website may need to show documentation proving their current participation in the NSLP and SBP if their eligibility cannot be confirmed with other personal identifying information. This may include presenting the household’s school meals approval letter or other current official documentation.
Local Resources
Connect2Compete
Through Connect2Compete, Cox opens a world of opportunity for families by providing low-cost, home internet with wifi for only $9.95 per month. First two months are free. Restrictions apply.
Spectrum Internet Assist
Get high-speed internet at an affordable price. Spectrum Internet Assist is available exclusively to qualified households. Discounted fees of $22.95 per month or less. Restrictions apply.
Access from AT&T
Stay connected with affordable internet. Access from AT&T provides low-cost internet service for eligible households. Discounted fees of $10.00 per month or less. Restrictions apply.