Chairwoman Rosenworcel says ISPs are flocking to 'historic' broadband subsidy effort

The Federal Communications Commission is reviewing applications from internet service providers to join the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. The program has already received more than 380 applications from broadband providers interested in offering discounted services, though a program start date hasn’t been set. The FCC will send eligible households $50 per month for broadband service and as much as a $100 one-time benefit for a new computer or tablet. The commission is also seeking help from community organizations, schools and faith-based institutions to spread the word about the new subsidy. The goal, Acting FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said, is to enact what she called a “100% policy” of providing broadband access to all Americans.