For more than a year, we have said that ACP is a cornerstone to BEAD. That's one of many reasons Congress must take immediate action to save it.

Today, I had the honor of testifying on that to members of the Senate Commerce Committee. Now it's on them to get it done.

We know that broadband access enhances economic opportunity in rural communities, but cost often stands in the way. Hope you’ll join me at NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association’s Smart Communities event for a panel on how to tackle broadband affordability in rural areas: ntca.org/events-educati…

Appreciate Task & Purpose drawing attention to the Veterans and military families that could be impacted by ACP’s end: taskandpurpose.com/news/millions-…

Students, veterans, seniors, and rural communities – the #ACP serves them all. During the #ExtendACP Week of Action, I’m joining the chorus of stakeholders across the country in urging Congress to secure this critical program’s long-term future. pewtrusts.org/en/about/news-…

The #ACP isn't just about internet access, it’s about giving hard-working American families the tools for success. Research shows every dollar invested generates $3.89 in spending for households. Learn more from the The FCC’s latest survey. #ExtendACP fcc.gov/acp-survey

It’s our responsibility to not let the digital divide widen. More than 23 million households rely on the #ACP to stay connected to affordable, reliable high-speed internet. We must #ExtendACP now to ensure every American has access. pewtrusts.org/en/research-an…

92% of jobs require digital skills, but 1 in 3 workers lack digital skills to enter and succeed in #goodjobs .

If enacted, this bill will create opportunities for workers to learn digital skills on the job and reskill when seeking employment. ow.ly/WiBj50RiZRB

Appreciate Fallon Wilson, PhD noting #philanthropy ’s absence on #digitalequity . We need resources to do the organizing, education, and training communities need. There is a misconception that IIJA “solved” the digital divide and that is flat out incorrect Next Century Cities #bipartisantech

1 in 5 households in NC are Affordable Connectivity Program recipients, which means 1 in 5 NC households could be disconnected at the end of this month if Congress doesn’t take action…
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We have a mental health crisis in this country, and underprivileged communities need the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to access care. Congress must pass the ACP Extension Act of 2024 now to protect Americans’ mental health.

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