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AT&T's Landline Withdrawal Rejected
Season 2024
Episode 50
The California Public Utilities Commission has rejected AT&T's request to stop providing landlines in areas with no alternatives. AT&T must continue as a "Carrier of Last Resort," covering major cities, rural areas, and tribal governments. Despite claims of other options, many rely on landlines for essential communication.
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Prop 1 funds billions for housing and treatment for Californians with mental illness.

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Prop 35 would allocate MCO tax revenues to raise Medi-Cal payments for doctors.

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Prop 34 would restrict how certain healthcare providers use federal discount drug program funds.

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