The FCC asked whether it should forbear from applying the equal-a...
The FCC asked whether it should forbear from applying the equal-access scripting requirement to small and mid-sized carriers while it considers a petition by USTelecom for a waiver for members of those sizes. The rule requires incumbent local exchange…
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carriers to tell potential customers they have a choice of long distance providers, and to read a randomized list of available stand-alone wireline providers on request. The rule doesn’t apply to wireless, cable or VoIP carriers. In 2007 the FCC granted Qwest, Verizon and AT&T forbearance from the requirement in an order easing structural rules for the companies. State consumer advocates opposed the 2007 order and are expected to fight USTelecom’s petition (CD Nov 12 p7). Comments are due Sept. 11, replies Sept. 25.