Telephone Assistance Plan
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This program can help you pay your monthly telephone bill if you have a limited income. You can get $10 added to your telephone bill account each month. You can also get $9.25 added to your account every month through Lifeline. Lifeline is a government program that helps people with limited income pay for phone services. An extra $25 is available if you live on a reservation or Tribal land.  


How do I apply?

To find out how to apply, please contact your local telephone company or the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission's Consumer Affairs Office at 1-800-657-3782.

Frequently Asked Questions

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BenefitsCheckUp helps assess whether you can get help from programs before you apply. Answer questions anonymously to find out if you may be eligible for key benefits assistance, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicare Savings Programs, Medicaid, Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS) - Extra Help, among others. 

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