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  "description": "Most commenters support anti-fraud goals but warn rules could exclude eligible users.",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-05-05T18:47:26.000Z",
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    "adopted in February",
    "tighten identity verification",
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    "Start Your Broadband Journey Here",
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  "textContent": "WASHINGTON, May 5, 2026 – A federal plan to overhaul Lifeline is drawing sharp divisions over how to curb fraud without cutting off eligible users.\n\nThe proposal adopted in February by the Federal Communications Commission would tighten identity verification, potentially require full Social Security numbers, and classify Lifeline as a “federal public benefit,” a shift that could limit eligibility for some non-citizens. It also introduces new consent and enrollment rules aimed at curbing improper participation.\n\nIn public comments filed with the FCC, most stakeholders said those goals are legitimate but cautioned the reforms could reduce participation by creating new barriers.\n\nLearn more about the Broadband Community...\n\n\n                            Start Your Broadband Journey Here\n                        \n\n### This post is for subscribers only\n\nBecome a member to get access to all content\n\nSubscribe now",
  "title": "FCC Lifeline Proposal Could Cut Off Eligible Users, Stakeholders Warn",
  "updatedAt": "2026-07-08T09:50:31.078Z"
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