U.S. Senators Urge Affordable Connectivity Program Providers to Support Households by Bridging Funding Gap

On April 30th,  U.S. Senators, including Senator Butler of California,  sent a letter to Michael K. Powell, the President and Chief Executive Officer of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, and Meredith Attwell Baker, the President and Chief Executive Officer of CTIA, urging their member companies to ensure that the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) subscribers receive the full $30 benefit in May.   

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced that it only has enough funding to provide ACP subscribers with a $14 benefit in May, rather than the full $30. Lawmakers, In their letter, urge NCTA and CTIA members to cover the $16 shortfall for the month, ensuring that subscribers do not lose internet access while lawmakers work towards a funding solution.

In California, nearly 3 million households are enrolled in the program. For a county-by-county look at enrollment data see here.