1 million NYC households set to lose high-speed internet
The looming expiration of a key federal program could mean the end of high-speed internet access for just under 1 million low-income households in New York City, a new analysis shows.shows that almost 1 million New Yorkers signed up for the federal Affordable Connectivity Program before it ran out of money in April. The initiative paid a monthly credit to internet service providers — like Optimum, Spectrum and Verizon — on behalf of customers who qualified based on their income.
Center for an Urban Future Editorial and Policy Director Eli Dvorkin said they could immediately lose crucial connectivity at the end of May. The program’s expiration also has serious consequences for the city’s overall economy by reducing job applicants, hurting kids and college students who need internet access for schoolwork and preventing people from easily accessing benefits, he added.
“Truly, the ACP represents one of our best tools to close the digital divide,” Clarke said in a March statement.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
NYC asks judge to order house arrest for ‘worst landlord’ in one of his own buildingsNYC asks judge to order house arrest for ‘worst landlord’ in one of his own buildings
Read more »
NYC can reduce speed limits this summer, but is Mayor Adams ready?NYC can reduce speed limits this summer, but is Mayor Adams ready?
Read more »
Hot but less humid day ahead for NYC area following Memorial Day stormsToday's forecast looks much improved for NYC, as the sunshine returns and humidity drops.
Read more »
Meet NYC’s coolest new street trees — and see where they're goingMeet NYC’s coolest new street trees — and see where they're going
Read more »
Where to catch Shakespeare performances in NYC this summerIt's not hard to find The Bard in NYC.
Read more »
This summer is the end of outdoor dining in NYC as we know itThis summer is the end of outdoor dining in NYC as we know it
Read more »