Biden Urges Congress to Extend Internet Access Funds for Millions of Low-Income Americans
• Funding for Affordable Connectivity Program set to run out end of February, jeopardizing internet access for 59 million low-income Americans • Biden administration blames congressional Republicans, especially House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, for not allowing vote to extend program • Bipartisan support exists, but McCarthy refuses to allow House vote on $7 billion funding bill • Without extension, tens of millions may lose internet access or face much higher bills, hurting access to jobs, school, healthcare • FCC Chair warns ending program will especially impact seniors, military families, parents of schoolchildren who rely on discount