Technology · 08/09/1997Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

FCC Suspends Enforcement of Coin-Sent-Paid Calls for TRS Centers Until August 26, 1998

Summary

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has temporarily suspended the requirement for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) centers to handle coin sent-paid calls until August 26, 1998, due to existing technology deficiencies and the need for a complete record for a potential rulemaking.

Original source language: Federal Register — Federal Communications CommissionOpen original release →

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