Government iPhoneACP Alternatives
✅ Editorially reviewed
📋 Sourced from FCC & USAC
📅 Updated July 2026
Lifeline
The ongoing federal Lifeline program remains available and can be paired with a Lifeline-supported wireless plan.
State-level programs
Some states run their own supplemental connectivity programs — check your state page for details.
Carrier-specific low-income plans
Some carriers offer their own reduced-cost plans outside of Lifeline; compare these during application if you don't qualify for Lifeline itself.
Frequently asked questions
No — Lifeline's standard discount ($9.25/month) is smaller than ACP's discount (up to $30/month, $75 on Tribal lands), but Lifeline remains active while ACP does not.
A handful of states have explored their own affordability programs; check your state page on this site or your state's public utility commission for current options.
Sources
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Lifeline Program rules
- Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC)