FCC Reinterprets Section 272(e)(4) of Communications Act of 1934

Summary

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Second Order on Reconsideration on June 24, 1997, clarifying the proper interpretation of section 272(e)(4) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended by the Telecommunications Act of 1996. The order resolves a conflict with section 272(a) by aligning with Congress's policy choice to impose a separate affiliate requirement for interLATA services provided by Bell Operating Companies (BOCs).