The Cell Phone Consumer Empowerment Act would curtail the cellular industry’s worst practices, and makes so much sense it can’t possibly survive. If only cell phone companies …
- Had to pro-rate early termination fees, cutting them in half at least by the end of the first year.
- Provided coverage maps with street-level detail so consumers could choose the best phone for their usage area.
- Were required to disclose overage charges up front, and were prohibited from charging any fees not explicitly authorized by law.
- Were unable to unilaterally extend contracts without explicitly notifying consumers.
- Had to comply with the results of an FCC study on the harmful and anti-competitive practice of locking phones.
- Were required to release military servicemembers awaiting deployment.
Wouldn’t that be nice?
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