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Supreme Court rejects Verizon bid for $47 million refund of FCC fine

The Supreme Court has denied Verizon's attempt to reclaim a $47 million FCC fine.

By · Published August 17, 2026  21:26 UTC · Updated August 20, 2026  05:28 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: The Supreme Court has denied Verizon's attempt to reclaim a $47 million FCC fine.
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$47 million is the amount Verizon sought to reclaim from the FCC. The Supreme Court has rejected Verizon's petition for a limited rehearing in the case. The FCC fined Verizon in 2022 for allegedly misleading customers about unlimited data plans. The Supreme Court's decision upholds the fine, which Verizon must now pay in full. The FCC fined Verizon in 2022 for allegedly misleading customers about unlimited data plans.

The fine was upheld by the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in 2024. Verizon then petitioned the Supreme Court for a rehearing, which was denied. The Supreme Court's decision is final, and Verizon is now required to pay the full amount of the fine. The decision affects Verizon's financials, as the company will not be able to reclaim the $47 million.

The FCC's enforcement actions against telecommunications companies may also be influenced. The Supreme Court's decision sets a precedent for future cases involving similar allegations. Verizon shareholders may be impacted by the financial implications of the fine.

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What was the FCC fine for?

The FCC fined Verizon for allegedly misleading customers about unlimited data plans.

When was the fine imposed?

The FCC imposed the fine in 2022.

What happens next for Verizon?

Verizon must pay the full amount of the $47 million fine.

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