AT&T's proposal to drop landlines was rejected by an administrative law judge, as many residents don't have reliable cellphone service and require landlines for communication in emergencies.
San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller expressed concerns about the safety implications of AT&T's proposal, advocating for residents' ability to choose landline service for communication when cellular service is unavailable.
AT&T is considered a carrier of last resort and wanted to withdraw its obligation to provide landline service without a replacement carrier being designated, which has sparked controversy.
The California Public Utilities Commission will review the proposal's rejection on June 20, following extensive public feedback and attendance at public forums regarding the potential elimination of landlines.
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