December 21, 1998


          Statement of FCC Chairman William E. Kennard 
                    on Biennial Review Process


The Commission's first biennial review has been a collaborative process that is leading to
concrete results.  I want to thank Commissioner Furchtgott-Roth for his report.  The
suggestions offered in it are very constructive, and I am sure they will assist the Commission
as it begins planning its 2000 biennial review.  I look forward to continuing to work closely
with him and all the Commissioners on streamlining the FCC so it operates in a common-sense
manner and avoids unnecessary regulation.


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