Lifeline Program (Updated 2026 from USAC)

The information on this page was taken from USAC (Universal Service Administration Company).
Click the link to go to their website to learn more on how to qualify and apply for the lifeline program:
https://www.usac.org/lifeline/consumer-eligibility/

Consumer Eligibility

Consumers qualify for Lifeline through income or through participation in a Lifeline-qualifying program. Only one Lifeline benefit is allowed per household.

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Consumers may qualify for the Lifeline program if they have a gross household income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

The table below reflects 135% of the 2026 Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG).