Press Release: Commerce Committee Approves Stevens Sponsored Legislation

Commerce Committee Approves Stevens Sponsored Legislation

Committee Passes Bills Important to Alaska

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 19 – The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation unanimously approved legislation championed by Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) in today’s full committee markup.

The Same Number Act of 2007 (S. 1769)
This legislation would assist consumers who seek to keep the same phone number when switching between telephone service providers. S.1769 proposes to expedite the number portability process and ensure that it covers all voice services in order to help consumers take advantage of less expensive and more innovative choices.

“As better, more affordable voice services become available, many consumers decide to switch to new providers,” said Senator Stevens. “Requiring the FCC to update its number portability rules will enable those individuals to keep their existing numbers, and help them stay connected with friends, family, and other close contacts.”

Contacts: Aaron Saunders (202) 224-1028
Steve Wackowski (202) 224-5122

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