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The standard Lifeline support of $5.25 remains available to eligible consumers who subscribe to voice-only service until at least December 1, 2025. Additionally, the minimum mobile broadband data standard will also remain at 4.5 GB per month until December 1, 2025.  \nOn July 30, 2024 , the WCB released a Public Notice announcing that the fixed broadband usage allowance for Lifeline-supported service was updated to 1,230 GB per month, effective December 1, 2024. Service providers must notify their Lifeline subscribers of this change.  \nReminder: FCC Form 555 Due January 31, 2025 The 2024 FCC Form 555 (Annual Lifeline Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Certification Form) is now available for completion in One Portal and is due  \non Friday, January 31, 2025. This form is used for the annual recertification process and non-usage reporting for the Lifeline program. It must be submitted electronically to USAC via USAC’s One Portal.  \nService providers should reference the resources below for guidance on how to complete the form:  \n• December Lifeline Webinar: FCC Form 555  \n• Lifeline’s Annual Filings page  \nIf providers need assistance with their One Portal account, they can [email](email CustomerSupport@usac.org)[ ](email CustomerSupport@usac.org)[CustomerSupport@usac.org](email CustomerSupport@usac.org).  \nSurvivor Benefit: Helping Survivors Stay Connected  \nThe Lifeline Survivor Benefit is available to survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and related crimes. Service providers and consumer advocates are encouraged to actively inform and assist affected individuals in accessing this vital resource.  \nUSAC has several resources to support survivors and survivor advocates understand and apply for the Lifeline Survivor Benefit including:  \n•  Survivor Benefit Page  \n•  Survivor Benefit Flyer  \n•  Online Application Instructions (available in English and nine otherlanguages)  \nUpcoming Training  \nConsumer advocacy groups are encouraged to attend the January webinar on Wednesday, January 8 at 3 p. m. ET, for a live training session on how survivors can apply online for the survivor benefit.  \nSupport Center: Closed for New Year Day  \nThe Lifeline Support Center will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Additionally, Lifeline applications requiring manual review will not be reviewed and approved on this day.  \nLifeline Program Compliance Reminder: Minimum Service Standards  \nService providers participating in the Lifeline program must ensure that they meet the Minimum Service Standards (MSS) established in the Lifeline program rules (47 CFR § 54.408 ) and updated annually ( Public Notice) . These standards are designed to ensure that Lifeline-supported services provide adequate access to communications for eligible consumers. Providers must offer a minimum level of service quality for both voice and broadband offerings.  \nRequirements:  \n• Voice Service: For voice service subscribers, ensure that the service meets the minimum requirements set by the FCC, including:  \no At least 1,000 minutes per month for mobile voice service.  \no Minutes for local service provided at no additional charge to end users.  \no Availability of 911 emergency services, including E911 where supported.  \n• Broadband Service: For broadband service subscribers, ensure that the service meets the minimum requirements set by the FCC, including:  \no A usage allowance of 1,230 GB and a minimum of 25 Mbps download speed and 3 Mbps upload speed for fixed broadband (with some limited exceptions for certain fixed broadband providers) .  \no A usage allowance of 4.5 GB and a minimum speed of 3G for mobile broadband.  \nProviders must ensure that the Lifeline benefit is ","cbCaipCHdYPKamhX","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipCHdYPKamhX","pdf",258248,"English","# Lifeline Newsletter 2024 December\n## Program Reminders and Regulatory Updates\n## FCC Form 555 Deadline\n## Survivor Benefit: Helping Survivors Stay Connected\n## Upcoming Training and Webinars\n## Support Center Closure and Maintenance Schedule\n## Lifeline Program Compliance Reminder: Minimum Service Standards\n## Need Help? Contact Us","[{\"question\":\"What updates are effective December 1, 2024 for Lifeline-supported services?\",\"answer\":\"Lifeline support for voice-only services remains available to eligible consumers until at least December 1, 2025, and the minimum mobile broadband data standard remains at 4.5 GB per month until December 1, 2025. The fixed broadband usage allowance was updated to 1,230 GB per month effective December 1, 2024, and providers must notify subscribers.\"},{\"question\":\"When is FCC Form 555 due and what is it used for?\",\"answer\":\"FCC Form 555 is due January 31, 2025. It is used for the annual recertification process and non-usage reporting for the Lifeline program and must be submitted electronically to USAC via One Portal.\"},{\"question\":\"What minimum service standards must providers meet under Lifeline program rules?\",\"answer\":\"Providers must meet the Minimum Service Standards for both voice and broadband. 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