US politicsfromArs Technica23 hours agoFCC aims to ensure "only living and lawful Americans" get Lifeline benefitsDispute over deceased individuals enrolled in Lifeline prompts potential FCC penalties for California and debate over rule changes.
CaliforniafromTelecompetitor2 months agoFCC Revokes California Lifeline Application ExceptionsFCC revoked California's Lifeline opt-out, requiring federal verification after state law bans Social Security number collection, preventing state eligibility verification.