Obama mobile phone aid programme
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Nicknamed "Obama phones" (after the President of the United States) it would appear that a US initiative to provide free mobile phones in an aid programme to benefit those who are determined to have income-eligibility status. Some critics have suggested that it means providing "welfare drug dealers cell phones". That being the case, it would hardly look credible in a criminal court of law to find the Welfare State enabled a defendant to go "tooled up", so to speak.
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However, there could be elements of Mr Obama's programme that could usefully be used in Britain, perhaps to generate, for instance, a programme to help vulnerable people.
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To see more about the US programme look here:
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How to QualifyThe process to qualify for Lifeline Service depends on the State you live in. In general, you may qualify if...
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1. You already participate in other State or Federal assistance program such as Federal Public Housing Assistance, Food Stamps and Medicaid.
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2. Your total household income is at or below 135% of the poverty guidelines set by your State and/or the Federal Government.
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3. No one in your household currently receives Lifeline Service through another phone carrier.
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4. You have a valid United States Postal Address. In order for us to ship you your free phone you must live at a residence that can receive mail from the US Post Office. Sorry, but P.O. Boxes cannot be accepted.
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In addition to meeting the guidelines above you will also be required to provide proof of your participation in an assistance program, or proof of your income level.
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Lifeline Benefits
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Lifeline Assistance is part of a program that was created by the government to provide discounted or free telephone service to income-eligible consumers. To help bring you this important benefit, SafeLink Wireless is proud to offer Lifeline Service. Through our Lifeline Service you will receive FREE cellular service, a FREE cell phone, and FREE Minutes every month! SafeLink Wireless Service does not cost anything – there are no contracts, no recurring fees and no monthly charges.
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Any Minutes you do not use will roll-over. Features such as caller ID, call waiting and voicemail are all also included with your service. If you need additional Minutes, you can buy TracFone Airtime Cards at any TracFone retailer Walmart, Walgreens, Family Dollar, etc). SafeLink Airtime Cards will be available soon.
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Your exact benefits, including the number of free Minutes you will receive, depend on the state you live in. Please enter your ZIP code to get the details for your state.
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