Affordable Connectivity Program

On January 11, the FCC announced requirements and guidance for the potential wind-down of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). In the absence of additional funding for ACP, the FCC will end the program and the monthly discount on your internet bill will expire. Currently, the FCC projects that the program will end at the close of the April 2024 service month. The actual timing of the wind-down and end of the ACP program may change based on changes in ACP enrollment trends or the authorization of additional funding for the program.

About the Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.

The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands.

The Affordable Connectivity Program is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household.

Who Is Eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program?

A household is eligible if a member of the household meets at least one of the criteria below:

Step 1: Qualify

First you apply for eligibility by going to ACPBenefit.org to enroll. SCI Broadband
cannot do this step for you. You must go online to this site and follow the instructions to verify your households eligibility.

Step 2: Apply

Once you have confirmed eligibility through ACPBenefit.org click the “Apply Now if Qualified” button below and fill out the form filling in all the requested information.

Step 3: Sign Agreement

You will then sign an acknowledgement of the terms and conditions of this benefit. This is required for government records.

It is important that you provide the correct email and contact number when filling out the forms.

Lifeline Broadband Assistance 

*Lifeline Assistance not available in all areas contact our office to confirm availability 320-384-7442 or Contact Us

Lifeline is a federally-funded discount on broadband internet service or landline telephone service for qualified residents. Lifeline recipients will be automatically enrolled in the TAP program as required by Minnesota law and applicable Commission Orders.

Apply for Lifeline

First you apply for eligibility by going to lifelinesupport.org to enroll. SCI Broadband cannot do this step for you. You must go online to this site and follow the instructions to verify your households eligibility.