AT&T has entered into a consent decree with the FCC, admitting to improper claims for government broadband subsidies, including duplicate requests and fictitious subscriber numbers.
The settlement includes a civil penalty and repayment totaling $2.3 million and establishes a compliance plan to prevent future violations, emphasizing FCC rules against program abuse.
AT&T stated its commitment to the Emergency Broadband Benefit and Affordable Connectivity Program, expressing pride in providing low-cost Internet options, despite the investigation outcomes.
The Federal Communications Commission highlighted that AT&T's violations undermine the integrity of programs designed to provide essential broadband access during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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