What is the TV converter box coupon program?
The federal government has created a special coupon program to make digital TV converter boxes affordable for everyone so you can continue to receive free television from WSRE and other local stations after the switch. Each household can request up to two $40 coupons, each good toward the purchase of one digital TV converter box. (Eligible converter boxes are expected to cost $40-$70; there is a one-time cost for the box, and it does not require a monthly service fee.) There are a limited number of coupons available. We encourage you to reserve your coupons early before they run out. Coupons are good for 90 days from the date issued.
A. Congress created a TV converter box coupon program for households that want to continue using their analog TV. The program allows U.S. households to obtain up to two coupons, each worth $40, which can be applied toward the cost of eligible converter boxes. On January 4, 2009, the Coupon Program reached its authorized funding ceiling. However, coupon requests from eligible households are still being accepted. Applications are placed on a waiting list, and will be filled on a first-come-first-served basis as funds become available from expiring coupons. You will not receive coupons until funds become available. For that reason the Coupon Program cannot accept requests to replace lost, stolen or expired coupons at this time. NTIA will move quickly to change the program if Congress authorizes additional funding. The website will be updated to alert the public if funding becomes available If your application is approved, you can use the automatically-generated reference number to return
