The Federal Communications Commission is amending the FCC/WCB-1 system of records that supports the Lifeline Program, which provides discounted voice and broadband services to low‑income households. The amendment updates the categories of records maintained and adds a new routine use. The change is effective on 2026‑10‑19.
Why it matters: The update revises how personal and income information for Lifeline participants is recorded and used, impacting privacy protections for low‑income consumers.
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