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California says AT&T lied to FCC in attempt to shut off old phone network
FCC considers AT&T petitions to preempt state rules and discontinue phone service.
TL;DR
- California regulators accuse AT&T of lying to the FCC to shut down its copper phone network.
- AT&T seeks FCC preemption of state rules to discontinue copper service for approximately 199,000 customers.
- California argues AT&T's proposed wireless replacement lacks sufficient indoor voice coverage and may be more expensive.
- The state highlights concerns about potential price increases, compatibility with assistive technologies, and diminished 911 reliability with wireless service.
- California regulators urge the FCC to reject AT&T's applications or slow down the approval process.