FCC RELEASES REPORT ON LONG DISTANCE CARRIERS
                        AND THEIR CODE ASSIGNMENTS


     The FCC has released the latest available data on the number
of long distance carriers offering equal access to the public and
the geographic areas they serve.  Also included in this report is
information on Carrier Identification Codes, 900 service, and 800
service.

     In addition, the report contains data on the number of
Carrier Identification Codes assigned, a list of companies with
codes, and their respective code assignments.  The report shows
the number of 900 codes assigned by Bell Communications Research
and the carrier holding each code as of June 30, 1994.  Similar
information is shown for 800 service as of April 30, 1993, just
before 800 portability.  

     The report is available for reference in the Industry
Analysis Division Reference Room, Common Carrier Bureau, 1250
23rd Street N.W., Plaza Level.  Copies may be purchased by
calling International Transcription Services, Inc. (ITS, Inc.) at
(202) 857-3800.  The report can also be downloaded from the FCC-
State Link computer bulletin board at (202) 632-1361.



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For further information, contact Katie Rangos (202) 418-0954.