Level 3 receives more state OKs, moves closer to CenturyLink merger

BROOMFIELD — Level 3 Communications Inc. (NYSE: LVLT) in Broomfield received two more state approvals it needs to confirm its merger with CenturyLink.

Minnesota and Virginia are now among 15 states that have approved or cleared the massive merger, valued at $34 billion.

“More than 15 states and territories have approved or cleared the CenturyLink – Level 3 merger, showing that regulators understand this transaction will create a robust, resilient and secure network and improve the combined company’s ability to meet the ever-increasing demands of customers,” John F. Jones, CenturyLink senior vice president for public…