Global Crossing Calls on FCC to Change Access Charge Structure

Global Crossing is calling on the FCC to expeditiously issue clear and simple rules on the issues surrounding IP telephony, thereby stimulating investment in the nation's telecommunications infrastructure, promoting effective competition in this important market, and freeing companies to innovate and maximize the potential value of this emerging technology.



In comments filed concerning the proper regulation of IP telephony (Wireline Docket Number 03-266), Global Crossing also recommended that the FCC affirmatively declare that the legacy access charge system designed for traditional circuit-switched voice telephony service does not apply to Internet Protocol services.



"The FCC must provide the proper incentives to ensure the growth of IP telephony and VoIP services which will be vital to the telecommunication industry and future economic growth," said John Legere, Global Crossing's chief executive officer. "Speed and certainty are fundamental to this objective."http://www.globalcrossing.com