{
  "node_id": "us-lifeline-program-low-income-broadband",
  "title": "US FCC Lifeline Program Rules - Affordable Connectivity for Low-Income Consumers and Broadband Benefit Eligibility",
  "domain": "Telecoms & Digital Infrastructure",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "last_updated": "2026-04-18",
  "bluf": "The FCC's Lifeline program requires Eligible Telecommunications Carriers (ETCs) to provide a monthly discount on qualifying broadband or voice services to low-income households. As specified in 47 C.F.R. § 54.409, eligibility is determined by consumer income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or participation in specific federal assistance programs like SNAP, Medicaid, or Federal Public Housing Assistance.",
  "paywall": {
    "status": "LOCKED",
    "unlock_cost_usd": "0.01",
    "skyfire_id": "41779894-ece2-4163-9761-b3b1b76e19b0"
  },
  "crosswalks": {
    "_available_keys": [
      "nist_framework",
      "iso_standard",
      "industry_mapping",
      "ai_overlay_2026"
    ],
    "_note": "Full crosswalk values included in vault response"
  },
  "dependencies": [
    "iso-27001-2022"
  ],
  "primary_citations_count": 7
}