FCC and DOJ will coordinate reviews of telecom mergers

“Increased coordination between DOJ and the FCC on divestitures will benefit small businesses, new entrants and all parties to merger transactions,” Genachowski said. “I am particularly grateful to Commissioner Clyburn for highlighting this issue, and for her focus on, insight into and contributions to ensuring our progress in this area.”

“In addition to such increased coordination, I believe it is crucial that specific guidance is provided to both interested buyers and sellers, so that both DOJ’s requirements and the FCC’s policy goals are satisfied,” Clyburn said. “I look forward to working with the Chairman’s Office and staff…to ensure that small businesses and new entrants have a realistic opportunity to purchase communications assets in the future.”