FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NATIONAL TELEPHONE DISCOUNT FOCUS
OF LIFELINE AWARENESS WEEK
Lincoln, Sept 5, 2025- September 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.” ###
Media Contact:
Deb Collins- Communications & Media Mgr.
(402) 471-0226 /deb.collins@nebraska.gov
