Broadband Recovery Act Not Available to All Rural Residents
The 2011 Recovery Act Program was the U.S. Government’s effort to stimulate the economy by spending billions of dollars in various programs. The Broadband Initiatives Program is one of the projects, and it makes sure that many rural residents without satellite Internet can get Internet for a reduced cost.
Some of the benefits under the Broadband Initiatives Program include reduced price monthly fees, free installation, and more. Best of all, the reduced price will not change for as long as the eligible individual subscribes.
Will the Internet Recovery Act Program have an impact on you?
Not all rural residents benefit from the Broadband Initiative Program. Restrictions on eligibility were put in place, since there are obviously limits to what the government and satellite Internet ISPs can offer.
Eligibility requires that you not
*Have a subscription to rural satellite Internet already
*Be a previous customer of any satellite Internet ISP
*Have wireline broadband (from phone or cable company) available to you
*Reside in a rural area being served by a RUS or NTIA loan or grant award
In order to qualify for the Broadband Recovery Act you must
*Live in a designated rural area
*Only be able to get online through dial-up
*Have an acceptable credit score
*Commit to a 12-month satellite Internet contract
Each region is served by a different satellite Internet ISP
Normally, you get to pick which satellite Internet ISP you want to go with. However, if you want to take advantage of the pricing under the Broadband Initiative Program, you may not have a choice. The government established zones for each of the satellite Internet providers. You’ll have to contact each ISP to find out if you are eligible.
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