Dear Providers,

The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more.

Until the end of the pandemic the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program will provide eligible low-income households with:

$50 per month credit on internet bills through their provider.

In tribal areas, eligible households may receive up to $75 per month.

$100 to purchase a laptop, desktop, or tablet.

Who is eligible?

Households who qualified for Lifeline program, are on Medicaid, or who have received a Pell grant or had a total income in 2020 below $99,000 for single filers and $198,000 for joint filers. Also eligible are those who have lost employment during the pandemic.

Where can I sign up?

As of May 12, 2021, eligible households will be able to enroll in the program to receive a monthly discount off the cost of broadband service from an approved provider. Eligible households can enroll through an approved provider or by visiting https://getemergencybroadband.org.

Check out the FAQ and more information here or link below.

https://www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit

Thank you,

Communications Department

NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)

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