{"id":13159,"date":"2025-04-23T09:29:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-23T09:29:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/?p=13159"},"modified":"2026-06-05T04:20:06","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T04:20:06","slug":"texas-lifeline-program-application","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/airtalkwireless.com\/blog\/texas-lifeline-program-application","title":{"rendered":"Texas Lifeline Program Application (Free Phone & Service)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Texas Lifeline program provides discounted phone and internet services to eligible low-income households, ensuring that communication remains affordable for everyone. Through this program, eligible individuals can receive discounts on their monthly bills or even access a free government phone.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This assistance helps keep people connected with essential services like healthcare, education, and family. Learn more about the Texas Lifeline program application and how to get these benefits below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apply for Lifeline in Texas<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. What Is Texas Lifeline Assistance Program? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lifeline helps low-income residents across the U.S. stay connected. At the federal level, the program<\/a> is run by the USAC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Texas, Lifeline is managed by the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC)<\/strong>. They combine the federal Lifeline funds with additional state-level support to make Texas Lifeline phone service more affordable to those with limited income. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you qualify for Texas Lifeline<\/a>, you can get a monthly discount of up to $9.25 <\/strong>on your phone or broadband bill. And if you live on Tribal lands, that discount is $34.25 <\/strong>per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program is income-based, or you can qualify through certain federal programs like Medicaid, SNAP, CHIP, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you’re approved, you may also be eligible to receive a free government phone<\/a> from a provider that participates in the Lifeline program. Many providers now offer 4G and even 5G smartphones. Just keep in mind that the exact phone you get depends on the provider and availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Lifeline program is the best free government phone program in Texas.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is the Lifeline law in Texas? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As for the Lifeline law in Texas, the Texas PUC makes sure everything\u2019s on the up and up. They oversee how the program is run statewide, approve providers, and ensure that eligible Texans receive the benefits they\u2019re entitled to.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you live in Texas, you need to apply through the Texas Lifeline program. You should contact a Lifeline company or the Texas PUC (1-866-454-8387) for more information.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP<\/strong>) was a separate federal benefit that provided a discount of up to $30\/month, or up to $75\/month for households on Tribal lands. Sadly, the ACP ended in 2024<\/a> due to a lack of funding, but it made a huge impact while it lasted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Who Qualifies for the Texas Lifeline Program? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s about understanding how your income or life circumstances may open the door to a benefit you deserve. If you’re applying for the Texas Lifeline program, provide documentation to verify your eligibility based on your income or participation in certain government assistance programs.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.1. Option 1: Income-based qualification <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your gross household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, you\u2019re eligible for Texas Lifeline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a quick look at 2025\u2019s numbers for Texas: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Household size <\/strong><\/td>2025 Federal Poverty Guidelines <\/strong><\/td>Income Limit (135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines) <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
1 <\/td>$15,650 <\/td>$21,128 <\/td><\/tr>
2 <\/td>$21,150 <\/td>$28,553 <\/td><\/tr>
3 <\/td>$26,650 <\/td>$35,978 <\/td><\/tr>
4 <\/td>$32,150 <\/td>$43,403 <\/td><\/tr>
5 <\/td>$37,650 <\/td>$50,828 <\/td><\/tr>
6 <\/td>$43,150 <\/td>$58,253 <\/td><\/tr>
7 <\/td>$48,650 <\/td>$65,678 <\/td><\/tr>
8 <\/td>$54,150 <\/td>$73,103 <\/td><\/tr>
Each Additional Member  <\/td>$5,500 <\/td>$5,500 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

To qualify for Lifeline based on income, acceptable sources of income may include and not limited to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n