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Proposed FCC Ruling: Hinder wireless in MT

April 9, 2008 /

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I am attaching a file that includes a copy of a letter we’ve sent to Sen. Baucus, Sen. Tester, Rep. Rehberg, Gov. Schweitzer and DOC Director Tony Preite. It concerns a proposed cap on Universal Service Funding that is being considered by the FCC.

If adopted, this cap would restrict the ability of wireless companies to expand their networks in Montana. The information was provided to us by Cellular One (formerly Chinook Wireless), but it applies to all competitive carriers.

I know that mobile phone service is a big issue in many rural areas, so this should be of interest to members. Members can review the information and decide if they should also write to our Congressional delegation (especially to Sen. Baucus).

If anyone has questions, they can contact me (532-3204 or [email protected]).

Thanks,

Dick

Dick King, President/CEO

Missoula Area Economic Development Corporation

1121 E. Broadway

Missoula, MT 59802

(406) 532-3204

(406) 880-0720 cell

Full Letter: http://www.matr.net/files/BaucusLetterBackgroundInfo–FCCUSFCap.pdf