NEWS News media Information 202 / 418-0500Fax-On-Demand 202 / 418-2830 TTY 202/418-2555Internet: http://www.fcc.govftp.fcc.gov Federal Communications Commission 445 12th 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. Circ 1974). FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS MEDIA CONTACT July 24, 2009 Brigid Calamis 202-418-2200 COMMISSIONER ROBERT M. McDOWELL CONGRATULATES MEREDITH ATTWELL BAKER ON HER CONFIRMATION AS COMMISSIONER OF THE FCC The following statement can be attributed to Commissioner Robert M. McDowell: “I congratulate my friend, Meredith Attwell Baker, on her confirmation to be Commissioner of the FCC. Meredith brings to the Commission vast experience in both the public and private sectors, a deep understanding of the communications marketplace, and a steadfast commitment to public service. I am excited to continue working with Meredith as we grow to a full Commission.” # # #