A resolution to affirm this chamber’s commitment to supporting an extension of the Affordable Connectivity Program, recognizing that this program provides Michigan citizens statewide with access to affordable broadband services.
Impact
The resolution highlights that the ACP allows eligible households to receive up to $30 per month toward their internet service, with increased support for households on qualifying tribal lands. It also provides a one-time discount of up to $100 for the purchase of necessary devices such as laptops or tablets. The legislative push supports not only the continuation of these benefits but also aims to incentivize further expansion of broadband infrastructure in areas lacking sufficient access.
Summary
Senate Resolution 0090, offered by Senator Camilleri, aims to affirm the Michigan Senate's commitment to supporting the extension of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). This resolution acknowledges the importance of the ACP, which provides financial assistance to eligible households to maintain access to affordable broadband services. The ACP was introduced as a successor to the Emergency Broadband Benefit program that assisted millions of families in obtaining internet access during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conclusion
As the resolution is directed to key national leaders, it stresses the significance of broadband access in promoting economic growth, workforce development, and technological adoption among the least-connected residents. Thus, it seeks a commitment to ensure that the ACP continues to operate effectively to support Michigan citizens' connectivity needs.
Contention
Recent announcements from the FCC have indicated that without additional funding for the ACP, the program may soon terminate, which could negatively impact over 900,000 households in Michigan currently relying on the program. This has raised concerns among legislators and advocacy groups about the potential loss of access to vital online services for these citizens, highlighting the need for continued federal funding.
A resolution to affirm this chamber's commitment to supporting an extension of the Affordable Connectivity Program, recognizing that this program provides Michigan citizens statewide with access to affordable broadband services.
Memorializes the United States Congress to support the extension of funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program which provides our citizens with access to broadband services
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Memorializes Congress to support the extension of funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) of 2021, which provides Louisiana residents access to broadband services.
A resolution to affirm this chamber's commitment to supporting an extension of the Affordable Connectivity Program, recognizing that this program provides Michigan citizens statewide with access to affordable broadband services.
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