§ 51.805   The Commission's authority over proceedings and matters.

   (a) If the Commission assumes responsibility for a proceeding or matter
   pursuant to section 252(e)(5) of the Act, the Commission shall retain
   jurisdiction over such proceeding or matter. At a minimum, the
   Commission shall approve or reject any interconnection agreement
   adopted by negotiation, mediation or arbitration for which the
   Commission, pursuant to section 252(e)(5) of the Act, has assumed the
   state's commission's responsibilities.

   (b) Agreements reached pursuant to mediation or arbitration by the
   Commission pursuant to section 252(e)(5) of the Act are not required to
   be submitted to the state commission for approval or rejection.

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