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FCC Approves Verizon-TracFone with Consumer Protections

  • Full Title:
    FCC Grants Approval of Verizon-TracFone Transaction Subject to Conditions to Protect Consumers
  • Document Type:
    News Release
  • Bureau(s):
    Media Relations
    Wireless Telecommunications
  • Description
    After rigorous review, the Commission found that the transaction, as modified by Verizon's enforceable commitments, will make Verizon and TracFone stronger providers of prepaid and Lifeline services.

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  • Media Contact:
    Will Wiquist, will.wiquist@fcc.gov