Chairman Genachowski's Response to Senator Klobuchar Regarding Proposed Acquisition by AT&T of T-Mobile

On March 21, Sen Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) sent Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski a letter with concerns about AT&T's proposed acquisition of T-Mobile. "I remain concerned that increased concentration will, at the san1e time, lead to fewer choices, higher prices and reduced service for wireless consumers. At a time when many Americans are using wireless phones as the sole means of telephone communication, it is vital that competition in the wireless market remain robust. That is why I urge you to take a close, hard look at this proposed acquisition and ensure that consumers are provided with adequate choice in the wireless market."

On May 24, Chairman Genachowski replied noting that the FCC is accepting public comment on the proposed transaction and will do a "thorough and fact-based review" to determine if the "proposed acquisition is in the public interest."