By Bruce Byrd, AT&T Communications Chief Legal Officer (This post originally appeared on Mr. Byrd’s LinkedIn page.) Robocalling in the United States has reached a tipping point. Fraudsters have been using robocalls – or automated phone calls – to scam some of the most vulnerable members of society. These scams are illegal and hurt Americans,…
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AT&T Statement on FCC Effort to Combat ‘Spoofed’ Calls to Consumers
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “AT&T supports the FCC’s efforts and rigorous approach to fighting illegal and unwanted calls. Today’s notice of proposed rulemaking targets caller ID spoofing by, among other proposals, covering more types of communications and expanding the Commission’s reach…
Read More AT&T Statement on FCC Effort to Combat ‘Spoofed’ Calls to ConsumersAT&T Statement on TRACED Act, Legislation to Help Combat Robocalls
The following may be attributed to Tim McKone, AT&T Executive Vice President of Federal Relations: “AT&T is committed to giving consumers the very best tools to combat illegal robocalls. We also are supportive of collaborative efforts in the fight against these unwanted calls. To that end, we look forward to working with Senators Thune and Markey on this important…
Read More AT&T Statement on TRACED Act, Legislation to Help Combat RobocallsAT&T Statement on Senate Approval of Commissioner Carr and Geoffrey Starks to FCC
Yesterday, the U.S. Senate approved the nominations of Commissioner Brendan Carr to a second term and Geoffrey Starks as Commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The following statement may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs. “The approval of Commissioner Carr for a second term at…
Read More AT&T Statement on Senate Approval of Commissioner Carr and Geoffrey Starks to FCCAT&T Statement on 39 GHz Spectrum Auction and the Rollout of 5G
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “A successful 39 GHz auction is critical to the FCC’s Spectrum Frontiers initiative and the rollout of 5G in the United States. This is the largest amount of contiguous spectrum available to wireless carriers for flexible use…
Read More AT&T Statement on 39 GHz Spectrum Auction and the Rollout of 5GAT&T Statement on FCC Action to Protect Consumers from Spam and Robotexts
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “AT&T takes very seriously our commitment to protect consumers from unwanted text messages, and this is why we strongly support today’s declaratory ruling. This action empowers wireless providers to continue to protect consumers from spam and robotexts,…
Read More AT&T Statement on FCC Action to Protect Consumers from Spam and RobotextsAT&T Commends FCC Efforts to Combat Robocalling
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “We appreciate the FCC’s ongoing commitment to combat robocalling. Today’s order provides another layer of protection for consumers against unwanted calls and correctly establishes a safe harbor for calls inadvertently made to a reassigned number. AT&T has…
Read More AT&T Commends FCC Efforts to Combat RobocallingAT&T Statement on FCC Proposals to Empower Next Generation of Satellite Services
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “This week, the FCC adopted proposals that modify its rules to streamline satellite licensing procedures, provide access for new satellite services, and minimize orbital debris while also recognizing the importance of protecting existing services. The Commission’s actions strike…
Read More AT&T Statement on FCC Proposals to Empower Next Generation of Satellite ServicesAT&T Statement on FCC Changes to 3.5 GHz Band
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “The Commission’s Order on the 3.5 GHz band are welcomed changes that will increase the incentives for investment in auctioned licenses without affecting small providers or General Authorized Access to the band. These are targeted and sensible…
Read More AT&T Statement on FCC Changes to 3.5 GHz BandAT&T Statement on Proposal to Allow Unlicensed Use of 6 GHz Band
The following may be attributed to Joan Marsh, AT&T Executive Vice President of Regulatory & State External Affairs: “Expanding broadband services to more Americans is one of AT&T’s highest priorities, and we appreciate the Commission’s efforts to promote broader and more efficient use of spectrum to reach this goal. We look forward to commenting on…
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