Federal Register #OMB 3060-1314

FCC Requests Comments on 2026 Mandatory Data Collection for Incarcerated Peoples Communications Services

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its 2026 Mandatory Data Collection for Incarcerated Peoples Communications Services (IPCS). - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Requested Services: - Submission of data by IPCS providers using FCC Form 2303(a) and FCC Form 2303(b) - Required data includes: - Narrative responses - Excel spreadsheets with specific data points - Audited financial statement for calendar year 2025 - Signed certification of truthfulness, accuracy, and completeness - Purpose: - To support the establishment of permanent rate caps for audio and video IPCS - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on reducing paperwork burdens, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees - No OEMs, vendors, or product purchases are specified; this is a data submission and information request only

Description

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requesting comments on an information collection related to the Incarcerated Peoples Communications Services (IPCS) 2026 Mandatory Data Collection. This collection aims to gather data to set permanent rate caps for audio and video IPCS, ensuring just and reasonable rates for consumers and fair compensation for providers. The FCC seeks to reduce paperwork burdens, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees, and invites public and federal agency comments by October 29, 2026.

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