If you are a Maryland resident and are looking for low cost way to stay connected, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is the perfect solution. This program offers free cell phone service and unlimited data to residents who meet certain eligibility requirements.
The ACP program is available to low-income Maryland residents participating in government assistance programs or through your household income level.
In this blog post, we will discuss how to apply for the ACP and what benefits you can expect if you are approved.
What is the Affordable Connectivity Program?
As the COVID-19 epidemic caused widespread economic hardship, millions of Americans lacked access to internet services. To provide temporary assistance, the government created the Emergency Broadband Benefit program and funded it through January 1st 2022.
Replacing this program is now a new initiative – The Affordable Connectivity Program – which seeks to bring high speed internet in an economical way for all citizens regardless of their financial situation!
How to Qualify for The Affordable Connectivity Program
There are two ways you can qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program: through participation in government assistance programs or by your household income level.
Qualify by Government Assistance Programs
The government programs that can qualify you are as follows:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Help (FPHA)
- Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Pell Grant Awards
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Qualify by Income
You can also qualify if your household income is less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Check the chart below.
What Documents do I Need to Qualify?
If you are already seeking assistance from any of the government programs listed above, qualifying for the Affordable Connectivity Program is easy and straightforward.
The National Verifier is just a few clicks away with EASY Wireless’s easy online application. By connecting to various state databases, this federal system will quickly confirm your eligibility for ACP – it’s that simple!
If the National Verifier is unable to confirm your eligibility, you must upload proof of government assistance such as an award letter or a screenshot from an active online benefits account.
To qualify by income, you can supply one of the documents below that shows your income. For example, an award letter from the social security department that states your yearly income:
- Prior year’s state, federal or Tribal tax return
- Check Stubs – 3 months’ worth
- Current income statement from an employer
- Social Security Statement of Benefits
- Veterans Administration Statement of Benefits
- Retirement/Pension Statement of Benefits
- Unemployment/Workmen’s Compensation Statement of benefits
- Federal or Tribal notice letter of participation in a General Assistance
- Divorce Decree, child support award, or other official document containing income information
If you are qualifying by a government program, you can provide a copy of one of the following:
- Award Letter that shows proof of active benefits
- Screenshot from an online account showing proof of active benefits
Who is EASY Wireless?
EASY Wireless has been providing Lifeline and ACP services to our valuable customers. We are dedicated to ensuring that each of our customers receives the full benefits they deserve!
Plus, we have a friendly customer service team always available to answer your inquiries promptly and help you get qualified with ease.
The Free Government Internet Services Offered by EASY Wireless?
EASY Wireless has put together a fantastic offer for you in Maryland:
- FREE UNLIMITED Data
- FREE Unlimited Talk
- FREE Unlimited Text
- Keep the Phone You Love
- Choose to Keep Your Number or Get a New One
- FREE SIM Card & Activation
Wherever you are in Maryland, EASY Wireless will conveniently deliver your universal sim kit straight to your doorstep.
With free government cell phone service, you can enjoy an unlimited amount of access to your favorite apps and services without having to worry about expensive data plans. Unlock the potential of a world connected with reliable coverage at no extra cost!
Start Enjoying Your Time Online
Use your new phone service to go grocery shopping online at your favorite sites like Amazon, Walmart, WayFair and more.
Manage your government benefits with apps like Providers.org and don’t worry about running out of data.
Or just stream your favorite shows on your smartphone or through a hotspot to a tablet or other device.
Automatic Benefits – The EASY Wireless Rewards Program
As an EASY Wireless customer, you’ll be reaping the benefits of our rewards program right away! From your very first month with us, you can begin collecting rewards that can be redeemed for free upgraded phones or additional lines of service – whatever best fits your needs.
Your FIRST reward arrives in just 30 days!
Don’t let this incredible offer slip away – join EASY Wireless now to begin taking advantage of all the rewards available! Act fast and get started collecting your own rewards right away.
Sign Up for Maryland Free Phone Service Today
Sign up and qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program in just minutes with EASY Wireless.
Enter your email and zip code in the box below and click “Enroll Now” to get started. It’s just that EASY!
