Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-07068
FCC Requests Public Comment on E911 and 911 Callback Information Collections
Buyer
Federal Communications Commission
Posted
April 13, 2026
Respond By
June 12, 2026
Identifier
2026-07068
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting public comment on its information collection requirements related to Enhanced 911 (E911) Emergency Calling Systems and 911 Callback Capability for non-initialized handsets. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - OEMs and Vendors: - FCC is the only agency mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are specified - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice concerns information collections under Section 9.10 (E911) and 911 Callback Capability for non-initialized handsets - References OMB Control Numbers 3060-0813 and 3060-0987 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Seeks public input on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of these information collections - Focus on minimizing impact for small businesses (fewer than 25 employees) - Requirements for Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) to demonstrate cost recovery, equipment, and facilities for E911 data - Obligations for manufacturers of 911-only handsets - Solicits feedback from businesses, state, local, and tribal governments, and other stakeholders - No specific purchase quantities or part numbers are listed, as this is not a procurement for goods or services.
Description
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requesting public comments on information collection activities as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The notice seeks input on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to enhance and minimize the burden of the information collection, particularly for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. The collections relate to emergency calling systems and 911 callback capabilities for non-initialized handsets. Comments are due by June 12, 2026.