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  "description": "The agency signaled a stricter enforcement stance in March, including tougher penalties for non-compliance.",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-06T17:48:51.000Z",
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  "textContent": "WASHINGTON, April 6, 2026 - The Federal Communications Commission denied requests Tuesday from two entities to extend deadlines under its “rip-and-replace” program, signaling a tougher stance on compliance as a May 8 deadline approaches.\n\nThe agency rejected petitions from Waxahachie Independent School District and WorldCell Solutions, which sought additional time to complete removal, replacement, and disposal of covered network equipment.\n\nThe decision issued by the FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau Chief **Joseph Calascione** states the requests were denied “without prejudice,” meaning the applicants may refile with more detailed justification.\n\nLearn more about the Broadband Community...\n\n\n                            Start Your Broadband Journey Here\n                        \n\n### This post is for subscribers only\n\nBecome a member to get access to all content\n\nSubscribe now",
  "title": "FCC Rejects Rip-And-Replace Extension Requests",
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-21T09:52:55.882Z"
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