Help is on the way for thousands of San Antonio households that need a home internet connection but can’t afford it.
Whether it’s for back-to-school homework, applying for the city’s Ready to Work program, finding jobs online, working from home, accessing telemedicine, setting up a doctor’s appointment, or just staying in touch with friends and family, there’s a federal government program aimed at helping eligible households get connected.A $30 per month discount toward broadband services.
A one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from a participating provider. “There is a digital divide in San Antonio, and we want to help bridge that gap,” San Antonio City Manager Erik Walsh said in a news release. “The City’s goal is for every resident to have full, equitable access to digital and communications technology. The FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program, with its discounts for broadband service and a device, is a great opportunity for eligible residents and is another tool to help us reach our goal.
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