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Assistance Programs

Understand the programs that make a Free Government Phone possible.

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Lifeline

The FCC's long-running program that discounts phone or internet service for eligible low-income households.

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ACP (ended 2024)

The Affordable Connectivity Program is no longer active. See what options remain.

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State programs

Some states add their own benefits on top of Lifeline, like California LifeLine.

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