2026 was already stated.
Nobody stated that certification will be granted before 2019, but 2026 is he official date.
if you waited for 28 years, why give up now when just 9 more remains?
Remember, tough times don't last, tough people do. Tighten that seatbelt, inject all your savings, 401(K), kids/college accounts and go longer on BLTA. May force be with you