In certain states, all telecommunications providers are required to pay into these funds, and their contributions may be recovered from customers. The purpose of these state universal service funds is to ensure affordable telecommunications service for all consumers in the state, especially residents in high-cost rural areas and low-income customers. State Universal Service ChargeĬertain states have established state Universal Service Funds. All telecommunications providers are required to pay into the Federal USF, and their contributions may be recovered from customers. Additionally, the Federal USF provides for discounted telecommunications services for schools, libraries and rural health-care facilities. The Federal USF, created by the federal government, is designed to help ensure first-class, affordable telecommunications service for all consumers across the country, especially residents in high cost rural communities and low-income customers. State TEXAS Federal Universal Service Fund 33.0% State Universal Service Fund 24.0% Regulatory Cost Recovery Charge $1.25 - $1.50 Administrative Fee $1.99 Other AT&T Surcharges %0.52 + $0.26 Local governments on wireless subscribers.

In addition to the AT&T chargesĭescribed below, you will be billed for mandatory taxes and fees imposed by federal, state, and The amounts shown below are based on the highest fee/surcharge rates we might assess in your state regardless of account type (consumer or business) your actual fees/surcharges may be lower. The additional charges for new customers in your area are shown below, including

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