Internet in Public Housing: Support for Families with Children
This act aims to include high-speed internet costs in utility allowances for families residing in public housing who have children eligible for free or reduced-price school lunches. This means eligible families can cover part of their internet costs through their utility allowance, improving access to education and information. Internet providers will be required to offer technology that blocks harmful content for minors.
Key points
High-speed internet costs (including equipment and installation) will be included in utility allowances for public housing families.
Support is for families with children eligible for free and reduced-price school lunches.
The monthly internet cost covered by the allowance cannot exceed the lowest available price in the area and excludes cable/satellite TV or phone services.
Internet service providers must offer technology to block minors' access to harmful content.
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