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DOUG LAMBORN
The Honorable Julius Genachowski
The Honorable Michael Copps
The Honorable Robert McDowell
The Honorable Mignon Clyburn
The Honorable Meredith Attwell Baker
Federal Communications Commission
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ENERGY AND MINERALS
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DISABILITY ASSISTANCE AND
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Re: Applications oJAT&TInc. and Verizon Wireless, WT Docket No. 09-104
Dear Chairman and Commissioners: ,
I am writing to urge you to approve promptly the purchase by AT&T ofwireless systems that Verizon Wireless ls
required to divest in certain rural areas in connection with its ALLTEL acquisition. The FCC has had nearly one year
now to consider this transaction, and there is no basis for delaying any further the realization ofthe many benefits that w II
result from this transaction.
I understand that AT&T will invest approximately $400 million to build out its network in connection with this
transaction. Most ofthis investment, moreover, will occur in rural areas, where access to broadband and other advanced
telecommunications technologies has lagged. This substantial investment should create jobs and stimulate the economy,
which is especially important in difficult economic times like these.
This transaction also will bring AT&T's service to many new areas. Consumers will benefit from having AT&
as an option when shopping for wireless services and devices. As I understand it, AT&T offers its wireless customers a
number ofunique features, including access to America's fastest third generation (3G) mobile broadband network with
simultaneous voice and data capabilities, rollover minutes, the best selection ofsmartphones and devices, the most apps,
and the best international coverage. Even consumers who choose to subscribe to another wireless carrier will benefit fro
the competitive pressures that AT&T will bring to bear on the marketplace. '
I also understand that the transaction does not pose any threat to competition. The Department ofJustice's
Antitrust Division has reviewed the approved the transaction.
The benefits ofthis transaction are clear -- investment, job creation, an improved telecommunications
infrastructure for rural America, more choices for consumers, and increased competition.
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