T-Mobile Hikes Regulatory Fee Again, Adding $1 to Monthly Bills
T-Mobile is raising its Regulatory Programs and Telco Recovery Fee starting October 12, 2026. The monthly charge for cellular lines will increase by $1.00 to $5.49, while mobile internet lines will rise by $0.50 to $2.60. This is the second increase in 2026 and the third in 18 months, adding to customer bills regardless of plan type or price-lock status.