Chuck Schumer: “The program expires, so local communities would be on their own under either bill; is that not correct?”

This is crucial in rural Upstate communities where there are limited connectivity options.

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The ongoing war has caused a humanitarian crisis and damage to critical civilian infrastructure that has left many with limited or no access to heat, electricity or medical services.

Copper landlines have been essential for rural and senior citizens to stay connected and access help.