Federal Register #2026-19917

FCC Computer Matching Program for Lifeline Eligibility Verification

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is launching a computer matching program to improve eligibility verification for the Lifeline program. - Government buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) - Connecticut Department of Social Services - Purpose: - Verify eligibility for Lifeline, which provides discounted broadband and voice services to low-income consumers - Use participation data from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) administered by Connecticut - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Program authorized under 47 U.S.C. 254(a)-(c), (j) - Program duration: 18 months - Notable requirements: - Data sharing and privacy compliance for eligibility verification - Coordination between federal and state agencies

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 Connecticut Department of Social 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 the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) administered by the Connecticut Department of Social Services to confirm eligibility for Lifeline benefits. Written comments are due by October 29, 2026, and the program will commence on October 29, 2026, lasting for 18 months.

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