Broadband & Telecommunications

Affordable, high-quality broadband and telecommunications services help older adults stay connected with family and friends. They also provide opportunities for entertainment such as gaming and streaming content.

Spotlight Articles

Most People 50+ Support the Affordable Connectivity Program

Most older adults (78%), Democrats and Republicans, support the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), but funding is in jeopardy unless Congress acts.

Date: February 12, 2024

Older Adults Rely on the Internet and the Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program helps ensure that older adults have affordable internet access, which has become critical to daily living.

Date: February 8, 2024

High Speed Internet: Views of South Dakota Voters Ages 50 and Older

South Dakota voters ages 50 and older strongly support expanding high-speed internet (broadband), according to an AARP survey.

Date: January 7, 2020

2014 AARP Connecticut Telecommunications Survey

Connecticut residents age 50+ show overwhelming support for ensuring basic consumer protections for all landline customers.

Date: January 16, 2015