https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/about_us.aspx
Here's the kicker:
This is incredible. WTF do I pay for a cell phone if I can have the government just pay for me? I can't wait for the government-issued gas-cards. GM needs to get in on this too, then they can give people cars they can't afford that only go a certain number of miles for free, then they have to pay for additional miles.
SAFELINK WIRELESS® service is U.S. government supported program for Income eligible households provided by TracFone Wireless, Inc. In order to participate in the SAFELINK WIRELESS® service, persons must meet certain eligibility requirements set by each State where the service is to be provided. These requirements are based on a person’s participation in a state or Federal support programs or by meeting the Income Poverty Guidelines as defined by the U.S. Government. SAFELINK WIRELESS® service is limited to one person per household.
Here's the kicker:
TracFone Wireless believes that cell phone ownership is a right and an important tool for individual success in today's world.
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.
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.
This is incredible. WTF do I pay for a cell phone if I can have the government just pay for me? I can't wait for the government-issued gas-cards. GM needs to get in on this too, then they can give people cars they can't afford that only go a certain number of miles for free, then they have to pay for additional miles.