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Federal Lifeline Assistance Program

Last updated Jun 2026

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Lifeline is an FCC program that helps make phone and internet service more affordable for low-income households, offering up to a $9.25 monthly discount (more on Tribal lands). Households qualify with income at or below 135% of federal poverty guidelines or via programs like SNAP, Medicaid, or SSI.

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