Federal Register #2026-16266

FCC and USAC Announce Computer Matching Program for Lifeline Eligibility Verification

This notice announces a new computer matching program for eligibility verification in the Lifeline program: - Government buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) - Iowa Department of Health and Human Services - Purpose: - To verify eligibility of applicants and subscribers to the Lifeline program, which provides discounted broadband and voice services to low-income consumers - Uses data from qualifying assistance programs (e.g., SNAP) for eligibility confirmation - No products, OEMs, or vendors are being procured or mentioned - Program is governed by the Privacy Act of 1974 - Period of performance is 18 months

Description

This notice announces a new computer matching program conducted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. The program aims to verify the eligibility of applicants and subscribers of the Lifeline program, which provides discounted broadband and voice services to low-income consumers. The matching program will check participation in qualifying assistance programs such as SNAP to confirm eligibility. The program will commence on September 9, 2026, and last for 18 months. Comments on the program are due by September 9, 2026.

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