Federal Register #2026-12114

FCC Requests Comments on Information Collection and Reporting Requirements

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is soliciting public and agency feedback on its information collection and reporting requirements as part of efforts to streamline regulatory compliance: - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - OEMs and Vendors: - FCC is the only entity mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are specified - Products/Services Requested: - Information collection and reporting compliance services - Focus areas: - Electronic tariff filing by local exchange carriers (LECs) - Attestation and disclosure of foreign adversary ownership or control in communications networks - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on reducing paperwork and regulatory burden, especially for small businesses (fewer than 25 employees) - Seeks comments on necessity, utility, accuracy, and burden of information collections - No physical products or specific purchase quantities requested; the opportunity centers on regulatory compliance and information reporting

Description

This notice invites the public and federal agencies to comment on the FCC's information collection as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments are requested on the necessity, utility, accuracy, and burden of the collection, including ways to minimize it, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC seeks to streamline tariff filing requirements for local exchange carriers and to promote transparency regarding foreign adversary control. Comments should be submitted by August 17, 2026.

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