TWICE - October 8, 2001

Multiple wireless carriers could be offering E911 Phase 2 location service to subscribers in select markets late this year or early next, but not as soon or in as many places as the FCC would like.The carriers, which are seeking waivers from FCC-mandated timetables, contend they can't meet an initial Oct.

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