By Nebraska Public Service Commission
LINCOLN, Neb. - Sept. 7-13 is “Lifeline Awareness Week” and the Nebraska Public Service Commission, in conjunction with the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) wants eligible consumers to know that help is available when it comes to staying connected.
“Getting and staying connected can mean everything in today’s world,” said Commission Chair Tim Schram. “The Lifeline program helps make affordable voice and broadband services available to those who qualify.”
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 on an eligible phone, broadband, or bundled phone/broadband service.
The Commission supplements the federal program through the Nebraska Telephone Assistance Program (NTAP)/Lifeline Program which helps qualified Nebraskans by providing an additional $3.50 each month that can be applied toward one landline or wireless phone bill, or to provide minutes for eligible cellular phone services.
To receive the NTAP discount, consumers must participate in the federal Lifeline program and meet all eligibility requirements. Learn more about the NTAP/Lifeline Program and how to apply by visiting the Phone and Internet Discounts Program page of the PSC website, or by calling Lifeline Support at 800-234-9473.
Commissioner Schram said, “Utilizing these services can truly be a lifeline for those needing help to access health care, call emergency services, find a job, get an education, or stay in contact with family.”