Last updated: July 2026
Lifeline (Digital Access for All): how it stacks with federal Lifeline (2026)
New Jersey's Lifeline program adds $10/mo to the federal $9.25/mo benefit — a combined $19.25/mo discount on phone or internet. Administered by NJ DHS as part of the Digital Access for All initiative.
$10.00/mo
New Jersey state supplement
$9.25/mo
Federal Lifeline
$19.25/mo
Combined maximum
How the two programs stack
Federal Lifeline is a nationwide FCC program giving $9.25/month off phone or internet service. It's administered by USAC.
Lifeline (Digital Access for All) is a New Jersey-only supplement run by NJ Department of Human Services. It stacks on top of the federal benefit — you get both.
The good news: you don't apply to both separately. When you enroll with a participating Lifeline provider in New Jersey, one application handles everything. The provider coordinates enrollment in both programs.
Who administers what
Federal Lifeline
$9.25/mo benefit
FCC program administered by USAC. National Verifier confirms eligibility for every applicant.
Lifeline (Digital Access for All)
Up to $10.00/mo added
Administered by NJ Department of Human Services. Stacks on top of federal Lifeline for eligible New Jersey residents.