The Honorable Julius Genachowski
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Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street, SW
Room8B201
Washington, n.c. 20554
JON KYL
ARIZONA
730 HART SENATE OFFICE BUILDING
(202) 224-4521
COMMITIEE ON FINANCE
COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY
REPUBLICAN WHIP
Dear Chainnan Genachowski:
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WASHINGTON, OC 20510-0304
December 21,2010
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It is my understanding that CenturyLink and Qwest Communications have filed an
application with the Federal Communications Commission on May 10, 2010, proposing a merger
between the two companies. It is also my understanding that both the Department ofJustice and
the Federal Trade Commission have approved the merger.
The companies contend that upon completion ofthe transaction, the merged company
will become a national, industry-leading communications company which will be able to offer
innovative broadbandproducts and services over its advanced networks. Specifically, the
companies assert thatthe merger would create a national 180,000 route mile fiber network,
which would enable delivery ofa diverse mix oftelecommunications offerings nationwide.
I write not to advocate a certain outcome, but rather to ask that the FCC give the matter
the prompt attention it deserves. Ofcourse, I do not expect any action to be taken in this matter
that would be inconsistent with existing rules and regulations, or that could be construed as
inappropriate or unfair. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
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JONKYL
United States Senator
Cc: Michael J. Copps
Robert M. McDowell'
Mignon Clyburn
Meredith Attwell Baker
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