Mass. offers Internet access help for unemployed [telecom]

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Program will underwrite costs of equipment and monthly service

By Anissa Gardizy

Massachusetts is offering to help the unemployed find work by providing subsidies for Internet access, and in some cases doling out free equipment.

Governor Charlie Baker and Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito announced a program Tuesday at the Springfield Innovation Center that will offer subsidies and tech assistance to unemployed residents, with the goal of helping them find work.