Information Collection Review by the FCC
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The FCC is reviewing information collection practices to reduce paperwork burdens as per the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. It invites public and agency comments on the necessity, accuracy, and methods to enhance information quality and minimize respondent burden. Bell Operating Companies must disclose network changes, ensuring fair competition in payphone services.
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Key Changes
- The FCC is checking information collection processes for burden reduction.
- Public and agency comments are invited to assess necessity and accuracy.
- Bell Operating Companies must disclose network changes for competitive fairness.
Obligations
What this law requires
Bell Operating Companies (BOCs) must publicly disclose changes in their networks or new network services.
BOCs must make a public disclosure at the make/buy point when deciding to make or procure products that affect the network interface.
BOCs must publicly disclose technical information about a new service 12 months before it is introduced, or at least 6 months before its introduction if the service can be launched within that timeframe.
The FCC must conduct a review of information collection practices to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act.
Public and other Federal agencies must submit comments on the proposed collection of information practices and any necessary improvements.