Reply Comments to the FCC on the Implementation of the Affordable Connectivity Program

Reply Comments to the FCC on the Implementation of the Affordable Connectivity Program

Reply Comments to the FCC on the Implementation of the Affordable Connectivity Program

In the matter of the implementation of the Affordable Connectivity Program, Public Knowledge and Common Sense Media encourage the Federal Communications Commission to:

• Use a hybrid approach when asking existing EBB participants to opt-in to or opt-out of continued internet service using the reduced ACP benefit. Subscribers who will not experience bill shock should opt-out; those who will should opt-in;
• Ensure ISPs inform consumers about the transition and service offerings;
• Allow the ACP benefit to be applied to existing grandfathered plans;
• Increase eligible uses of the device benefit;
• Allow schools and libraries to act as bulk purchasers;
• Establish minimum service standards;
• Create avenues for promoting and sharing information about the ACP.