Chairwoman Rosenworcel's Update to Members of Congress Regarding the Affordable Connectivity Program

On March 4, 2024, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel wrote to congressional leaders to update them on the status of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). In her letter, the Chairwoman highlighted the impact of the February 8 freeze on ACP enrollments. "This enrollment freeze was necessary to begin the process of winding down the program, but already its effects are being felt by households that wish to enroll and are unable to do so. Many of these households have contacted the Commission to express their disappointment and frustration that they can no longer sign up for the program. Others have contacted the agency to express concern about the impending end of the program, noting its impact on older adults, families with school children, and military families at risk of losing their internet service without the ACP benefit." Chairwoman Rosenworcel also urged immediate action to fully fund the ACP, saying "I believe we have come too far with the ACP to turn back and lose the gains we have made connecting so many households across the country. Accordingly, the Commission continues to stand ready to assist Congress with any efforts to fully fund the ACP into the future."