North Carolina Joins FCC in Lifeline Eligibility Double-Check
Published Date: 2/25/2025
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Summary
The FCC and USAC are teaming up with North Carolina’s Health Department to double-check who qualifies for Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). This new computer matching program helps make sure only the right people get these benefits, keeping things fair and honest. It’s all about protecting your info while making sure help goes to those who really need it—no extra costs or delays expected!
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North Carolina Data Match for Lifeline/ACP
If you apply for or subscribe to Lifeline or the Affordable Connectivity Program and are in North Carolina, the FCC and USAC will run a computer matching program with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to verify eligibility and protect your information. The agencies say this is meant to make sure only eligible people get Lifeline and ACP benefits and that no extra costs or delays are expected.
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