FCC Asks If Paperwork Is Still Worth the Paper
Published Date: 6/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The FCC is checking in on some paperwork rules to make sure they’re still useful and not too much of a hassle, especially for small businesses. They want your thoughts on how to make these forms easier and clearer. If you have ideas, send them in by August 17, 2026—this helps keep things smooth and saves time and money for everyone involved!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
LECs Must File Tariffs Electronically
Local exchange carriers (LECs) are required to file tariffs electronically under this information collection (CC Docket No. 96-187). The FCC estimates 50 respondents making 1,520 responses, with each response taking 0.25–5 hours, for a total annual burden of 4,006 hours and total annual cost of $471,000. This collection is an extension request to OMB for a full three-year clearance and is required to obtain or retain benefits.
Public Electronic Access To Tariffs
The electronic filing program will make carrier tariffs and associated documents easier for the public, state, and federal regulators to access. The FCC says this ready electronic access will facilitate public review and regulator oversight of tariffs.
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