Nebraska Public Service Commission, NTAP and Lifeline
Nebraska's own phone discount on top of federal Lifeline, shown as a credit on your bill.
Official page: psc.nebraska.gov/nebraska-telephone-assistance-programlifeline
No cost and Low Cost Phones and Internet in Nebraska
How to get a lower phone bill in Nebraska: Lifeline, the Nebraska Telephone Assistance Program (NTAP), and free computers and Wi Fi at public libraries.
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How much can Lifeline and NTAP save me?
Federal Lifeline gives up to $9.25 off each month. Nebraska NTAP adds another $3.50 a month off local phone service. It comes as a credit on your bill, not cash.
Official page: psc.nebraska.gov/nebraska-telephone-assistance-programlifeline
Who can get Lifeline?
You can qualify if you get Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance or a Veterans Pension, or if your income is at or below 135% of the federal poverty level. One per household.
Official page: psc.nebraska.gov/nebraska-telephone-assistance-programlifeline
How do I apply?
Ask your phone company for an application, or apply online at NV.FCC.gov. For a mailed packet, email psc.ntap@nebraska.gov.
Official page: psc.nebraska.gov/nebraska-telephone-assistance-programlifeline
Where can I use a computer and internet for free?
Most Nebraska public libraries have free internet and Wi Fi. A state report found 91% offer free public internet and 97% offer free Wi Fi.
Official page: nlc.nebraska.gov/Publications/archives/Ncom/FY2022/NCompassAnnualReport2023.pdf
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Who to call in Nebraska
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
FCC Lifeline
A federal program that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet for people with low income.
Official page: fcc.gov/lifeline-consumers
PSC Phone and Internet Discount Programs
Not every phone company offers the discount. The PSC posts a list of companies that take part.
Official page: psc.nebraska.gov/phone-internet-discount-programs
Nebraska Library Commission
A directory of public libraries by city. Most offer free internet and Wi Fi.
Official page: nlc.nebraska.gov/libraries/libdir
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