Federal Policy
Health Plan Associations Urge Congress to Extend Affordable Connectivity Program Funding
Six health plan trade associations, including MHPA and ACHP, jointly urged Congress to extend funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides broadband subsidies to low-income households. The program's funding is set to expire, threatening internet access for eligible Medicaid beneficiaries. The associations argue that loss of broadband connectivity would undermine telehealth access, care coordination, and health plan communications with members. Congressional action is needed to continue the subsidy program.
Why it mattersACP expiration would eliminate broadband subsidies for millions of Medicaid enrollees, directly impacting MCO telehealth utilization, member engagement strategies, and care management workflows that depend on digital connectivity.