It also overruled all existing state laws and prohibited states from introducing new laws. ... The wholesale prices are set by state regulatory agencies and typically are around 20% under the RBOCs current retail prices (but some states have set them as low as 40% under retail). ... RBOCs were also required to provide special, less expensive access to schools, hospitals, and libraries. ...

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