Because Constitutionally you have the RIGHT to a cell phone
It's true, Jefferson wrote in Amendment 666 that cell phones were guaranteed to all poor people.
What is Lifeline? ↑
SafeLink Wireless is proud to offer Lifeline service, which is a program that enables qualifying customers to receive discounts on monthly telephone service. In our version of the program, you will receive free cellular service, a free SafeLink Wireless cell phone and the assurance that you will get no bills and no contracts EVER!
Through SafeLink Wireless’ Lifeline you can receive*:
A FREE SafeLink Wireless phone.
Three different plans to choose from with FREE Monthly minutes.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with the help of the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) administers the federal Universal Service Fund (USF) that supports the Lifeline program, which has helped low-income consumers afford phone service since 1984.
(*) Benefits vary by state. To learn more about your state specific Lifeline offer, please enter
your home zip code here.
How do I qualify for SafeLink Wireless? ↑
The Lifeline program is available to eligible consumers in selected states and territories. Actual requirements vary by state, but in general to qualify for Lifeline, subscribers must either have an income that is at or below 135% of the federal Poverty Guidelines, or participate in one of the following assistance programs:
Medicaid
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps or SNAP).
Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF).
The National School Lunch Program's Free Lunch Program.
Other assistance programs in your state.
To learn about the qualification criteria in your state click here, or select your state from the list on the right.
How do I know if I am eligible? ↑
All new subscribers must demonstrate that they are eligible. In some states, a subscriber’s eligibility may be able to be confirmed through a database. Where a database is not available, subscribers must show proof of eligibility by demonstrating that they meet the income qualifications or participate in a qualifying program listed above.
Is SafeLink Wireless available in my state? ↑
SafeLink Wireless is currently available in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin. You can also verify if SafeLink Wireless is available in your state by entering your home zip code here.
We are adding new regions all the time. To learn if SafeLink Wireless is coming to your state click here.
Can I have SafeLink Wireless if I am enrolled in the Lifeline Program? ↑
No, under FCC rules you may only be enrolled in a single Lifeline program per household.
What does One Per Household mean? ↑
Only ONE Lifeline service may be obtained per household. ‘‘Household’’ is defined as any individual or group of individuals who live together at the same address as one economic unit. An ‘‘economic unit’’ is defined as ‘‘all adult individuals contributing to and sharing in the income and expenses of a household.’’ Lifeline support is available to eligible low-income consumers living in group living facilities. Lifeline applicants may demonstrate when initially enrolling in the program that any other Lifeline recipients residing at their residential address are part of a separate household.
