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Largent Salutes FCC's Continued Assistance for the Gulf Coast
Business Wire, March 2, 2006
WASHINGTON -- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) yesterday granted one petition in full and another in part to extend the continuous wireless communications rebuilding efforts in the Gulf Coast states affected by Hurricane Katrina. The FCC's decision allows the wireless industry to continue its work through funding made available from the Universal Service Fund (USF).
"I can think of no better way to use USF funds than to help reconnect those that were affected by Hurricane Katrina," said CTIA-The Wireless Association(R) CEO and President Steve Largent. "The FCC must be recognized for its ongoing support for the victims of the hurricane. Schools and libraries are being rebuilt. Health facilities are being restored. The Gulf Coast's way of life is slowly being returned."
The Commission extended federal Lifeline Katrina support by three months. This allows eligible wireless carriers to continue to make their services available for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
"The Commission's decision proves just how vital wireless services are throughout the nation," continued Largent.
CTIA is the international association for the wireless telecommunications industry, representing carriers, manufacturers and wireless Internet providers.
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