2.2.4 General Terms and Conditions

ILECs are not restrained from deploying new technologies, but may not do so in a way that eliminates a CLC's ability to offer, or continue to provide, xDSL service. ILECs may not decommission copper local loop plant during the life of the interim agreements until the issue of transport over fiber is resolved. The restriction expires unless specifically continued during the final portion of the line sharing phase of this proceeding. ILECs are not restricted from migrating customers from copper to fiber loop facilities. Liability/indemnity clauses in the underlying ICAs are adequate, and additional clauses for line sharing are not adopted. CLCs must provide ILECs with non-binding forecasts by central office. CLCs are not required to provide ILECs with advance notice of sales promotions.