Verizon offers flexible payment arrangements for Federal workers, military, first responders
Snippet of Article: "...Starting today, members of the U.S. Military, Coast Guard, first responders and other federal government employees affected by the shutdown and who require more time to pay their Verizon bill are invited to call the company and ask for payment deferral options. ...Federal employees in need of assistance are invited to call us at 1-800-Verizon and will need to provide verification of their federal or military employment.
As always, Verizon also offers payment arrangements to any customer in need of help based on eligibility requirements."