The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Senior Vice President of Federal Regulatory: “AT&T commends the FCC for moving quickly to adopt a FirstNet order, which paves the way for meaningful and in-depth Commission review of any alternative state deployment plans. It is critical to our nation’s first responders that states that propose…
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AT&T Statement on Nomination of Jessica Rosenworcel as FCC Commissioner
The following may be attributed to Bob Quinn, AT&T Senior Executive Vice President of External and Legislative Affairs: “AT&T is pleased that President Trump took action to ensure that the FCC will once again benefit from Jessica Rosenworcel’s considerable intellect. Her service as Commission Staff, Congressional Staff and FCC Commissioner provides a depth of experience…
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By Matt Nodine, AT&T Assistant Vice President of Federal Regulatory (Lieutenant Colonel, United States Marine Corps Reserve) Honoring America’s fallen warriors has a rich and storied history. Originally created to remember those who died during the Civil War, we now pause nationwide at 3 p.m. on the last Monday of May each year for a…
Read More Those Who Gave AllAT&T Supports Internet Openness
The following statement can be attributed to AT&T Chairman & CEO Randall Stephenson: “AT&T continues to support the fundamental tenets of net neutrality. And we remain committed to open internet protections that are fair and equal for everyone. “The bipartisan, light-touch regulatory approach that Congress established at the internet’s inception brought American consumers unparalleled investment…
Read More AT&T Supports Internet OpennessAT&T Statement on Removing Barriers to Wireless Infrastructure Deployment
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Senior Vice President of Federal Regulatory: “Today, the FCC takes bold steps toward speeding the deployment of small cell technologies, setting the stage for 5G innovation and deployment. The notice of proposed rulemaking adopted today asks critical questions about how to remove excessive regulatory burdens when…
Read More AT&T Statement on Removing Barriers to Wireless Infrastructure DeploymentMaximizing Investment (and Jobs) In Broadband Networks
By Dave Talbott, AT&T Assistant Vice President of Federal Regulatory It was back in 2012 when AT&T first proposed to the FCC a path for consumers, businesses, government and telecom providers to transition from last century’s telephone services to this century’s broadband services relying on wireless and Internet Protocol (IP) technology. As part of that discussion,…
Read More Maximizing Investment (and Jobs) In Broadband NetworksAT&T Statement on Chairman Pai’s Renomination to FCC
The following statement may be attributed to Bob Quinn, AT&T Senior Executive Vice President of External and Legislative Affairs: “President Trump’s decision to renominate Chairman Pai to the FCC is a recognition of the tremendous value he brings to the agency. In just a few short weeks, Chairman Pai has demonstrated his commitment to making…
Read More AT&T Statement on Chairman Pai’s Renomination to FCCAT&T Statement on FCC Order Eliminating Outdated Accounting Rules
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Senior Vice President of Federal Regulatory: “Despite dramatic upheavals in the telecom industry over the course of the last few decades, outdated accounting rules remained in place for price cap carriers until today. At today’s meeting, the Pai Commission adopted an Order eliminating these costly and…
Read More AT&T Statement on FCC Order Eliminating Outdated Accounting RulesAT&T Statement on FCC’s Action on Mobility Fund II and CAF II Auctions
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Senior Vice President of Federal Regulatory: “While many of us take broadband services for granted, many Americans living in rural communities remain unconnected. Low population density, topographical barriers, and significant geographical distances make it economically unviable to deploy broadband in many rural areas. Today, the FCC,…
Read More AT&T Statement on FCC’s Action on Mobility Fund II and CAF II AuctionsAT&T Statement on FCC Wireless Bureau’s Decision to Close Sponsored Data Inquiry
The following statement may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Senior Vice President of Federal Regulatory: “Today’s announcement is a win for the millions of consumers who are reaping the benefits of services made available through free data programs. We’re pleased that these innovative products will be able to continue to flourish in the marketplace.”…
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