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April 4, 1997
A.  Timothy L.  Williamson
GTE Northwest, Inc.
1800-41ST Street
PO Box 1003
Everett, WA 98206-1003             
RE: Exculpatory Liability Provisioning in Tariffs
Dear Tim:
Pursuant to our conversation this morning, I have enclosed for your review Order No.  22812.  This Order addresses tariff provisions limiting utility liability.
Should you have any questions concerning exculpatory liability provisions, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely yours,
Donald L.  Howell, II
Deputy Attorney General
DLH/vld:L:Wil.dh
Enclosure
cc:Birdelle Brown