LINCOLN, Neb.-Beginning September14-18, the Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) in conjunction with the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), as a part of “Lifeline Awareness Week”, is reminding eligible consumers that help is available when it comes to staying connected.
“Our nation’s current health emergency has drawn even more attention to just how vital access to voice and broadband services are for each and every one of us,” said Commission chair, Mary Ridder. “These services help us find jobs, get an education, access health care, call emergency services and connect with family.”
Under the Federal Lifeline Program, consumers who participate in certain public assistance and veterans programs or qualify based on income can receive a discount of up to $9.25 per month off an eligible phone, broadband, or bundled phone/broadband service.
The PSC’s Nebraska Telephone Assistance Program (NTAP)/Lifeline Program helps qualified Nebraskans by providing an additional $3.50 each month, towards a voice phone service or bundled phone/broadband service.
Commissioner Ridder said, “Data shows that in Nebraska we have 195,244 eligible households, yet only two-percent or 4,335 are enrolled in the Lifeline Program. We would encourage anyone who might qualify, to explore these programs as a potential option to assist them with their voice and broadband needs.”
More information on program eligibility can be found on the NTAP/Lifeline Program page of the PSC website , or call Lifeline Support @ 800-234-9473.