Telecommunications
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has jurisdiction over intrastate local, toll and access telephone services and providers, including competitive local exchange carriers. The Commission does not regulate cellular and wireless phone companies, cable TV companies or long-distance companies.
Consumers
Consumers, such as home owners and business owners, can find helpful information on telephone and internet access.
Area Codes
Due to the increased use of cell phones and multiple lines in households, Pennsylvania has grown to 13 area codes across the state.
Right to Broadband Internet Service
Learn what regulations and programs may apply to you to help bring broadband internet service to your household.
Telecommunications Relay Service
TRS allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or have speech and language disorders to place phone calls with assistive technology.
Telephone Tips
Become familiar with the tips and tools you need to understand telecomm programs and laws, including Lifeline, Do Not Call lists, cells phones, taxes and billing practices.
Consumer Education
Learn about resources available to consumers, like community education events and tips on saving money.
Utility Assistance
Do you need financial assistance for utility services? Find out what programs are available.
Utility Professionals
Utility professionals, including utility employees and attorneys, can review important information on telecommunications issues and policies.
Interconnection Agreements
Businesses hold agreements in the state to interconnect their networks and exchange telecommunications traffic.
Application to Provide Telecomm Services
Review all of the documents needed to apply to provide telecommunications service in the Commonwealth.
911 Service
Find links and resources to learn more about 911 services in Pennsylvania, including a list of 911 coordinators and details on the task force.
Telecomm Laws
Many important laws affect how telecommunication companies are regulated throughout the state.
Tariffs
Links to utility provider websites to view details on current rates and tariffs.
Reports
Read annual reports, as well as reports quarterly earnings and customer service.
Not Regulated by the PUC
The Commission does not regulate cellular and wireless phone companies, cable TV companies or long-distance companies. For more information on these, contact your local municipality about cable TV problems or the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) about cellular/wireless phone and long-distance problems.
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Telecommunications
- Damage Prevention Committee
- Broadband Internet Service
- Telephone Tips
- PA Universal Service Fund
- Monthly Remittance and Annual Reporting by Telcos
- Local Service Abandonment Notification
- Local Service Migration
- Application to Provide Telecomm Services
- FCC Order Implementation
- Area Codes
- Telecommunications Relay Service
- 911 Service
- Pole Attachments
- Telephone Companies & Contacts
- Telecommunications Glossary
- Interconnection Agreements
- Carrier Working Group
- Biennial NMP Progress Report Forms
Complaints
Learn how to submit a complaint with a public utility. You can also search existing formal complaints.
Get Details811: PA One Call
Homeowners and contractors must call 8-1-1 before starting any digging or excavation project.
Get DetailsNeed More Help?
If you can't find what you're looking for here, please contact the PA Public Utility Commission. Call us at 1-800-692-7380 or contact us online.
Document Search
Public utility documents available electronically include case dockets, public meeting orders and more.
Filing & Resources
Find utility-related reports, laws and regulations, federal filings, tariffs, procedures and more.
eFILING
Consumers, utilities and attorneys can save time by submitting documents to the PUC electronically.
