*Pages 1--1 from Microsoft Word - 50773.doc* NEWS Federal Communications Commission 445 12 th Street, S. W. Washington, D. C. 20554 This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC, 515 F. 2d 385 (D. C. Cir. 1974). News Media Information 202 / 418- 0500 Internet: http:// www. fcc. gov TTY: 1- 888- 835- 5322 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: August 3, 2005 Michelle Carey at (202) 418- 1000 CHAIRMAN KEVIN J. MARTIN’S ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING APPROVAL OF THE SPRINT- NEXTEL WIRELESS LICENSE TRANSFER APPLICATIONS Today, the Commission has approved the transfer of licenses for the merger of Sprint and Nextel. This action will ensure that consumers continue to receive the benefits of wireless competition, such as reduced prices and increased coverage. In addition, consumers can expect improved service quality and more advanced services. Accordingly, I am pleased to support the Commission’s Order. 1