City of Burlington issued the following announcement on Aug. 4.
Many households are struggling to afford internet service during the pandemic. But the federal Emergency Broadband Benefit Program provides:
• $50 a month for internet services
• $100 discount for a laptop, computer or tablet bought through a participating provider
Get more info at https://getemergencybroadband.org/
Some people who may get the discount:
• Have income at or below 135% of federal poverty guidelines
• Recives Lifeline benefits through SNAP, Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit
• Lost a job or significant amount of income since February 29, 2020
Original source can be found here.
