AARP Wants More Help From DTV Subsidy

AARP WANTS MORE HELP FROM DTV SUBSIDY
More than 8 million people over 50 rely on over-the-air television broadcasts, so it is no wonder that AARP has an opinion on pending legislation about the transition to all-digital TV broadcasts in the US. With the House Commerce Committee approving DTV legislation last week that some may few as a little weak on subsidizing analog-to-digital converter boxes, the AARP is likely to weigh in in support of Senate legislation that provides more support for consumers. The House DTV legislation is a first-come, first-served $990 million program that could conceivable only cover 10.3 million of the 21 million analog-only homes. And, if cable and satellite homes act first thinking of second and third sets not wired for pay TV, some analog only households may receive no help at all. Since forms will be available online, AARP points out that the subsidy will favor those with Internet access. The organization is also concerned that some older Americans will need help installing the converter boxes.
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