Verizon is offering flexible payment terms to federal employees, military personnel and first responders affected by the government shutdown, the company said in a statement. blog article Tuesday. Your bills will not be canceled or reduced, but Verizon will not terminate your service. The government paralysis has been ongoing for a fortnight and there is no end in sight.
Dan Schulman, CEO of Verizon, said in his post: “The current shutdown of the federal government could result in financial hardship for the US military, Coast Guard, federal employees and first responders. If federal employees need assistance during the shutdown, they can contact us and we will keep them in touch.”
As the shutdown approaches its third week, unemployed workers risk missing their first paycheck on Wednesday, forcing some to return their checks. difficult decisions on creditors. Some food banks They are preparing for an increase in the number of visitors.
Young estimated that 1.5 million workers, state employees, federal emergency workers and up to 4 million military personnel could benefit from the flexible pay agreement.
Young said the company does not want customers to lose service during this time. Verizon is willing to defer payments, offer customers a payment plan, or work with them during this time.
Verizon customers who are federal employees, military and emergency personnel affected by the shutdown should call 1-800-VERIZON for assistance. Customers must provide proof of federal or military service. Currently, the company has no plans to discontinue the program and will continue to operate it during the closure period.