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Mediacom participates in emergency broadband program

Posted 5/17/21

Mediacom Communications recently announced its participation in the federal government’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program designed to help families and individuals struggling to afford …

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Mediacom participates in emergency broadband program

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Mediacom Communications recently announced its participation in the federal government’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program designed to help families and individuals struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The temporary program is administered by the Federal Communications Commission. It provides eligible new or current customers with up to $50 off their monthly Internet service bill. Program eligibility is defined by the FCC, according to a release.

“Mediacom’s participation in the FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is one more way we ensure that reliable broadband is available to families and individuals who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,” Mediacom Senior Vice President Ed Pardini said in the release. “In all Mediacom service areas, our team will encourage eligible individuals and families to use this temporary benefit to stay connected to loved ones, and to access online education, healthcare and employment resources.”

Enrollment for EBBP began May 12. Those interested in the benefit must pre-qualify for the program through a national verifier. After customers are verified, they may opt into the program by choosing Mediacom as the participating Internet service provider. The monthly credit of up to $50 applies only to broadband services.

Information about the EBBP can be found at mediacomcable.com/ebb or by calling 855-330-6918 (toll-free).