Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program, 24406-24407 [2025-10479]

Download as PDF ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 24406 Federal Register / Vol. 90, No. 110 / Tuesday, June 10, 2025 / Notices this collection are as follows: 47 CFR 73.2080 provides that equal opportunity in employment shall be afforded by all broadcast stations to all qualified persons and no person shall be discriminated against in employment by such stations because of race, color, religion, national origin or sex. Section 73.2080 requires that each broadcast station employment unit with 5 or more full-time employees shall establish, maintain and carry out a program to assure equal opportunity in every aspect of a broadcast station’s policy and practice. These same requirements also apply to Satellite Digital Audio Radio Service (‘‘SDARS’’) licensees. In 1997, the Commission determined that SDARS licensees must comply with the Commission’s EEO requirements. See Establishment of Rules and Policies for the Digital Audio Radio Satellite Service in the 2310–2360 MHz Frequency Band, 12 FCC Rcd 5754, 5791, ¶ 91 (1997) (‘‘1997 SDARS Order’’), FCC 97–70. In 2008, the Commission clarified that SDARS licensees must comply with the Commission’s EEO broadcast rules and policies, including the same recruitment, outreach, public file, website posting, record-keeping, reporting, and self-assessment obligations required of broadcast licensees, consistent with 47 CFR 73.2080, as well as any other Commission EEO policies. See Applications for Consent to the Transfer of Control of Licenses, SM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc., Transferor, to Sirius Satellite Radio Inc., Transferee, 23 FCC Rcd 12348, 12426, ¶ 174, and note 551 (2008). 47 CFR 76.73 provides that equal opportunity in employment shall be afforded by all multichannel video program distributors (‘‘MVPD’’) to all qualified persons and no person shall be discriminated against in employment by such entities because of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex. Section 76.75 requires that each MVPD employment unit employing six or more full-time employees shall establish, maintain and carry out a program to assure equal opportunity in every aspect of a cable entity’s policy and practice. Section 76.79 requires that every MVPD employment unit employing six or more full-time employees maintain, for public inspection, a file containing copies of all annual employment reports and related documents. Section 76.1702 requires that every MVPD employment unit employing six or more full-time employees place certain information concerning its EEO program in its public inspection file. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:53 Jun 09, 2025 Jkt 265001 Federal Communications Commission. Marlene Dortch, Secretary, Office of the Secretary. [FR Doc. 2025–10486 Filed 6–9–25; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION [FR ID: 297613] Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Notice of a new matching program. AGENCY: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (‘‘Privacy Act’’), this document announces a new computer matching program the Federal Communications Commission (‘‘FCC’’ or ‘‘Commission’’ or ‘‘Agency’’) and the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) will conduct with the Minnesota Department of Human Services. The purpose of this matching program is to verify the eligibility of applicants to and subscribers of Lifeline, and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), both of which are administered by USAC under the direction of the FCC. More information about these programs is provided in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below. DATES: Written comments are due on or before July 10, 2025. This computer matching program will commence on July 10, 2025, and will conclude 18 months after the effective date. ADDRESSES: Send comments to Elliot S. Tarloff, FCC, 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC 20554, or to Privacy@ fcc.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Elliot S. Tarloff at 202–418–0886 or Privacy@fcc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Lifeline program provides support for discounted broadband and voice services to low-income consumers. Lifeline is administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) under FCC direction. Consumers qualify for Lifeline through proof of income or participation in a qualifying program, such as Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), Federal Public Housing Assistance, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit, or various Tribal-specific federal assistance programs. In the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Public Law 116–260, 134 SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Stat. 1182, 2129–36 (2020), Congress created the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, and directed use of the National Verifier to determine eligibility based on various criteria, including the qualifications for Lifeline (Medicaid, SNAP, etc.). EBBP provided $3.2 billion in monthly consumer discounts for broadband service and one-time provider reimbursement for a connected device (laptop, desktop computer or tablet). In the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Public Law 117–58, 135 Stat. 429, 1238–44 (2021) (codified at 47 U.S.C. 1751–52), Congress modified and extended EBBP, provided an additional $14.2 billion, and renamed it the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). A household may qualify for the ACP benefit under various criteria, including an individual qualifying for the FCC’s Lifeline program. In a Report and Order adopted on March 31, 2016, (81 FR 33026, May 24, 2016) (2016 Lifeline Modernization Order), the Commission ordered USAC to create a National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier (‘‘National Verifier’’), including the National Lifeline Eligibility Database (LED), that would match data about Lifeline applicants and subscribers with other data sources to verify the eligibility of an applicant or subscriber. The Commission found that the National Verifier would reduce compliance costs for Lifeline service providers, improve service for Lifeline subscribers, and reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in the program. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 directs the FCC to leverage the National Verifier to verify applicants’ eligibility for ACP. The purpose of this matching program is to verify the eligibility of Lifeline and ACP applicants and subscribers by determining whether they receive SNAP and Tribal TANF benefits administered by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. PARTICIPATING AGENCIES: Minnesota Department of Human Services (source agency); Federal Communications Commission (recipient agency) and Universal Service Administrative Company. AUTHORITY FOR CONDUCTING THE MATCHING PROGRAM: The authority to conduct the matching program for the FCC’s ACP is 47 U.S.C. 1752(a)–b). The authority to conduct the matching program for the FCC’s Lifeline program is 47 U.S.C. 254(a)–c), (j). PURPOSE(S): The purpose of this new matching agreement is to verify the eligibility of E:\FR\FM\10JNN1.SGM 10JNN1 Federal Register / Vol. 90, No. 110 / Tuesday, June 10, 2025 / Notices applicants and subscribers to Lifeline, as well as to ACP and other Federal programs that use qualification for Lifeline as an eligibility criterion. This new agreement will permit eligibility verification for the Lifeline program and ACP by checking an applicant’s/ subscriber’s participation in SNAP and Medicaid in Minnesota. Under FCC rules, consumers receiving these benefits qualify for Lifeline discounts and also for ACP benefits. CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS: The categories of individuals whose information is involved in the matching program include, but are not limited to, those individuals who have applied for Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; are currently receiving Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; are individuals who enable another individual in their household to qualify for Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; are minors whose status qualifies a parent or guardian for Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; or are individuals who have received Lifeline and/or ACP benefits. [Docket No. AS25–06] Appraisal Subcommittee; Notice of Meeting Appraisal Subcommittee of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council. ACTION: Notice of meeting. AGENCY: Description: In accordance with section 1104(b) of Title XI of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989, codified at 12 U.S.C. 3333(b), notice is hereby given that the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) will meet in open session for its regular meeting: Location: This will be a virtual meeting via Zoom. Please visit the agency’s homepage (www.asc.gov) and access the registration link provided in the News and Events section. You MUST register in advance to attend this meeting. Date: June 18, 2025. Time: 10:00 a.m. ET. Status: Open. CATEGORIES OF RECORDS: Reports The categories of records involved in the matching program include the last four digits of the applicant’s Social Security Number, date of birth, first and last name. The National Verifier will transfer these data elements to the Minnesota Department of Human Services which will respond either ‘‘yes’’ or ‘‘no’’ that the individual is enrolled in a qualifying assistance program: SNAP and Medicaid administered by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Acting Chair Acting Executive Director Delegated State Compliance Reviews Notation Votes SYSTEM(S) OF RECORDS: ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 FEDERAL FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS EXAMINATION COUNCIL The records shared as part of this matching program reside in the Lifeline system of records, FCC/WCB–1, Lifeline, which was published in the Federal Register at 89 FR 28777 (Apr. 19, 2024). The records shared as part of this matching program reside in the ACP system of records, FCC/WCB–3, Affordable Connectivity Program, which was published in the Federal Register at 89 FR 28780 (Apr. 19, 2024). Federal Communications Commission. Marlene Dortch, Secretary. 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[Federal Register Volume 90, Number 110 (Tuesday, June 10, 2025)]
[Notices]
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[FR Doc No: 2025-10479]


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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

[FR ID: 297613]


Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program

AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION: Notice of a new matching program.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended 
(``Privacy Act''), this document announces a new computer matching 
program the Federal Communications Commission (``FCC'' or 
``Commission'' or ``Agency'') and the Universal Service Administrative 
Company (USAC) will conduct with the Minnesota Department of Human 
Services. The purpose of this matching program is to verify the 
eligibility of applicants to and subscribers of Lifeline, and the 
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), both of which are administered 
by USAC under the direction of the FCC. More information about these 
programs is provided in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.

DATES: Written comments are due on or before July 10, 2025. This 
computer matching program will commence on July 10, 2025, and will 
conclude 18 months after the effective date.

ADDRESSES: Send comments to Elliot S. Tarloff, FCC, 45 L Street NE, 
Washington, DC 20554, or to [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Elliot S. Tarloff at 202-418-0886 or 
[email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Lifeline program provides support for 
discounted broadband and voice services to low-income consumers. 
Lifeline is administered by the Universal Service Administrative 
Company (USAC) under FCC direction. Consumers qualify for Lifeline 
through proof of income or participation in a qualifying program, such 
as Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), 
Federal Public Housing Assistance, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), 
Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit, or various Tribal-specific 
federal assistance programs.
    In the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Public Law 116-260, 
134 Stat. 1182, 2129-36 (2020), Congress created the Emergency 
Broadband Benefit Program, and directed use of the National Verifier to 
determine eligibility based on various criteria, including the 
qualifications for Lifeline (Medicaid, SNAP, etc.). EBBP provided $3.2 
billion in monthly consumer discounts for broadband service and one-
time provider reimbursement for a connected device (laptop, desktop 
computer or tablet). In the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, 
Public Law 117-58, 135 Stat. 429, 1238-44 (2021) (codified at 47 U.S.C. 
1751-52), Congress modified and extended EBBP, provided an additional 
$14.2 billion, and renamed it the Affordable Connectivity Program 
(ACP). A household may qualify for the ACP benefit under various 
criteria, including an individual qualifying for the FCC's Lifeline 
program.
    In a Report and Order adopted on March 31, 2016, (81 FR 33026, May 
24, 2016) (2016 Lifeline Modernization Order), the Commission ordered 
USAC to create a National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier (``National 
Verifier''), including the National Lifeline Eligibility Database 
(LED), that would match data about Lifeline applicants and subscribers 
with other data sources to verify the eligibility of an applicant or 
subscriber. The Commission found that the National Verifier would 
reduce compliance costs for Lifeline service providers, improve service 
for Lifeline subscribers, and reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in the 
program.
    The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 directs the FCC to 
leverage the National Verifier to verify applicants' eligibility for 
ACP. The purpose of this matching program is to verify the eligibility 
of Lifeline and ACP applicants and subscribers by determining whether 
they receive SNAP and Tribal TANF benefits administered by the 
Minnesota Department of Human Services.

PARTICIPATING AGENCIES:
    Minnesota Department of Human Services (source agency); Federal 
Communications Commission (recipient agency) and Universal Service 
Administrative Company.

AUTHORITY FOR CONDUCTING THE MATCHING PROGRAM:
    The authority to conduct the matching program for the FCC's ACP is 
47 U.S.C. 1752(a)-b). The authority to conduct the matching program for 
the FCC's Lifeline program is 47 U.S.C. 254(a)-c), (j).

PURPOSE(S):
    The purpose of this new matching agreement is to verify the 
eligibility of

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applicants and subscribers to Lifeline, as well as to ACP and other 
Federal programs that use qualification for Lifeline as an eligibility 
criterion. This new agreement will permit eligibility verification for 
the Lifeline program and ACP by checking an applicant's/subscriber's 
participation in SNAP and Medicaid in Minnesota. Under FCC rules, 
consumers receiving these benefits qualify for Lifeline discounts and 
also for ACP benefits.

CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS:
    The categories of individuals whose information is involved in the 
matching program include, but are not limited to, those individuals who 
have applied for Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; are currently receiving 
Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; are individuals who enable another 
individual in their household to qualify for Lifeline and/or ACP 
benefits; are minors whose status qualifies a parent or guardian for 
Lifeline and/or ACP benefits; or are individuals who have received 
Lifeline and/or ACP benefits.

CATEGORIES OF RECORDS:
    The categories of records involved in the matching program include 
the last four digits of the applicant's Social Security Number, date of 
birth, first and last name. The National Verifier will transfer these 
data elements to the Minnesota Department of Human Services which will 
respond either ``yes'' or ``no'' that the individual is enrolled in a 
qualifying assistance program: SNAP and Medicaid administered by the 
Minnesota Department of Human Services.

SYSTEM(S) OF RECORDS:
    The records shared as part of this matching program reside in the 
Lifeline system of records, FCC/WCB-1, Lifeline, which was published in 
the Federal Register at 89 FR 28777 (Apr. 19, 2024).
    The records shared as part of this matching program reside in the 
ACP system of records, FCC/WCB-3, Affordable Connectivity Program, 
which was published in the Federal Register at 89 FR 28780 (Apr. 19, 
2024).

Federal Communications Commission.
Marlene Dortch,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2025-10479 Filed 6-9-25; 8:45 am]
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