Communications Daily is a Warren News publication.

AT&T Seeks POLR Relief in Nevada

The Nevada Public Utilities Commission will seek consumer feedback on an AT&T application for provider of last resort (POLR) relief in parts of two counties (docket 24-08001), the PUC said Friday. POLRs must provide basic and business phone services to…

Sign up for a free preview to unlock the rest of this article

Communications Daily is required reading for senior executives at top telecom corporations, law firms, lobbying organizations, associations and government agencies (including the FCC). Join them today!

anyone who requests it in the company’s territory. AT&T says that POLR designation isn’t needed anymore because other companies now provide telecom services in its area, said the PUC: However, the carrier says it's not asking to discontinue service to existing customers. The consumer sessions will take place Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. PST in Ely, Nevada, and 3 p.m. PST in Battle Mountain, Nevada. In addition, the PUC said it plans to hold a hearing Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. PST.