Federal Register #2026-19918

FCC announces computer matching program for Lifeline eligibility verification

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is announcing a new computer matching program to verify eligibility for the Lifeline program. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) - Georgia Department of Human Services, Department of Family and Children Service - Purpose: - To confirm eligibility for Lifeline, which provides discounted broadband and voice services to low-income consumers - Uses participation data from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) administered by Georgia DHS - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - The notice requests public comments on the matching program - Notable Requirement: - Data sharing and verification for public benefit program eligibility

Description

This notice announces a new computer matching program conducted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), and the Georgia Department of Human Services, Department of Family and Children Service. 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 the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) administered by the Georgia Department of Human Services to confirm eligibility for Lifeline benefits. Written comments on the program are due by October 29, 2026, and the program will commence on the same date, concluding after 18 months.

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