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This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974).

July 28, 1998


STATEMENT OF FCC CHAIRMAN WILLIAM E. KENNARD ON PROPOSED BELL ATLANTIC/GTE MERGER




I look forward to reviewing this merger when it comes before us. The parties must demonstrate that this merger advances the pro-competitive thrust of the Telecommunications Act.


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