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VIDEO: Communications Safety Net - How Lifeline Connects Families and Communities @NewAmerica #fcc #LifelineWeek
This last week was designated Lifeline Awareness Week. Since 1985, the FCC's Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers. In 2005, Lifeline discounts were made available to qualifying low-income consumers on pre-paid wireless service plans. Lifeline