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AT&T outlines $30 low‑income fiber option, pledges local follow‑up on eligibility and coverage
Summary
AT&T told the Austin Technology Commission it has invested heavily in the region and promotes an 'Access' program that offers up to 100 Mbps on fiber for $30/month to households at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines or participating in government assistance programs; the company agreed to provide local eligibility and conversion data upon request.
Paige Johnson of AT&T told the Austin Technology Commission on Dec. 4 that the company is investing in Austin’s broadband infrastructure while expanding its low‑cost program for limited‑income households.
"Access from AT&T is available to households below 200% of federal poverty guidelines or those in government assistance programs," Johnson said, adding the plan can deliver speeds up to 100 megabits per second for about $30 per month on AT&T fiber. She said AT&T invested…
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