A federal program that has provided low or no-cost internet for roughly 23 million American households is about to end.The Affordable Connectivity Program, a pa
by SBG San Antonio Staff ReportsThe Affordable Connectivity Program is set to expire at the end of April unless the program can secure more funding.
The Federal Communications Commission says coming up in May people enrolled *could receive a reduced benefit.The white house says they will continue to push Congress for renewal, and they are encouraging service providers to help in the meantime.
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