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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).
	April 6, 1998
	STATEMENT OF FCC CHAIRMAN WILLIAM E. KENNARD ON BELL ATLANTIC'S COMMITMENTS REGARDING ENTRY UNDER SECTION 271
	This is encouraging news. I look forward to reviewing the proposal fully when Bell Atlantic files its application with us.