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Experts Worry Over Possible Demise of Broadband Subsidy for Low-Income Households

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Experts Worry Over Possible Demise of Broadband Subsidy for Low-Income Households
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Michael Clements
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Experts are concerned about the future of broadband internet access for low-income consumers if a popular federal subsidy program runs out of funds in 2024, especially since more people are signing up for the monthly subsidy.

“As the clock is winding down, participation is going up,” said Paul Garnett, CEO of the Vernonburg Group.

Michael Clements
Michael Clements
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Michael Clements is an award-winning Epoch Times reporter covering the Second Amendment and individual rights. Mr. Clements has 30 years of experience in media and has worked for outlets including The Monroe Journal, The Panama City News Herald, The Alexander City Outlook, The Galveston County Daily News, The Texas City Sun, The Daily Court Review,
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