Why Is The Government Giving Away Free Smartphones and Cell Service in Bannock County ID?
The Affordable Connectivity Program is a government benefit program that helps ensure that households in Bannock County and throughout the state of Idaho can afford the broadband they need for school, work, healthcare and more. If you qualify, your household will receive:
- Free Smartphone
- Free Unlimited Texting
- Free Unlimited Talk
- Free High-speed Data
- Free Hotspot Service
Who Is Eligible For The Affordable Connectivity Program?
You may qualify if a member of your household participates in one of the following assistance programs:
- Medicaid / Medi-Cal
- Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC)
- SNAP / CalFresh / Food Stamps
- Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Veteran and Survivors Pension Benefit
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Multiple Tribal Assistance Programs
- National School Lunch Program
- Federal Pell Grant
You may also qualify for ACP based on your household income if it meets or exceeds the Federal Poverty Guidelines level in Idaho.
Where Can I Find A Free Government Phone Stand Near Me In Bannock County?
If you found this website because you were searching for free government phone stands in Bannock County ID or free cell phones in Idaho, you are probably in urgent need of a government cell phone. While we won't be able to point you in the direction of a free government phone tent in Bannock County (they tend to come and go on short notice), if you can wait a few days for a new phone to be sent to you, then we recommend going through the simple enrollment process and getting your phone that way.
How Do I Claim My Free Smart Phone?
To start the process, enter your email and zipcode in the form below and clicking "Start". On the following page you will be asked to provide some basic details about your household to determine your elibility.