Wireline Bureau Extends Comment Deadline on Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Fund by 3 Weeks
The FCC Wireline Bureau extended the deadline for comments on the FCC proceeding on long-term funding for voice and broadband networks in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands (see 1806120015), said an order Wednesday. Comments had been due July…
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5, replies July 18 but are now due July 26 and Aug. 8, respectively. Puerto Rico Telephone requested the three-week extension due to the complexity “when affected carriers are engaged in massive post-hurricane restoration efforts.” No one opposed the extension request, and the bureau said granting it is “appropriate” given the storm damage.