FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 14-18 Proclaimed Lifeline Awareness Week
Lincoln, September 14, 2020 – Beginning Sept. 14-18, the
Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) in conjunction
with the National Association of Regulatory Utility
Commissioners (NARUC), as a part of “Lifeline Awareness
Week”, is reminding eligible consumers that help is
available when it comes to staying connected.
“Our nation’s current health emergency has drawn even more
attention to just how vital access to voice and broadband
services are for each and every one of us,” said Commission
chair, Mary Ridder. “These services help us find jobs, get an
education, access health care, call emergency services and
connect with family.”
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 off an eligible
phone, broadband, or bundled phone/broadband
service.
The PSC’s Nebraska Telephone Assistance Program
(NTAP)/Lifeline Program helps qualified Nebraskans by
providing an additional $3.50 each month, towards a
voice phone service or bundled phone/ broadband service.
Commissioner Ridder said, “Data shows that in Nebraska
we have 195,244 eligible households, yet only two-percent
or 4,335 are enrolled in the Lifeline Program. We would
encourage anyone who might qualify, to explore these
programs as a potential option to assist them with their
voice and broadband needs.”
More information on program eligibility can be found on
the NTAP/Lifeline Program page of the PSC website , or
call Lifeline Support @ 800-234-9473. ###
Contact:
Deb Collins- Media & Communications Mgr.
(402) 471-0226
deb.collins@nebraska.gov
