U.S. wireless firms extend concessions for coronavirus-hit till June 30 [View all]

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Major U.S. wireless firms said on Monday they will extend a commitment through June 30 not to cancel service or charge late fees to customers who have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

In March, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said major wireless and internet providers - including Verizon Communications (VZ.N), Comcast (CCZ.N), AT&T Inc (T.N), T-Mobile US Inc (TMUS.O) and Alphabet Inc’s (GOOGL.O) Google Fiber - had agreed not to terminate service for subscribers for 60 days. In total, more than 700 companies have now agreed to the voluntary measures.

Verizon, AT&T, Comcast and T-Mobile all said on Monday they will extend the voluntary commitments that were set to expire in mid-May.

FCC Chairman Ajit Pai had disclosed the voluntary commitments in March after talks with carriers and said they had also agreed to open Wi-Fi hotspots to anyone who needs them.

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