The FCC is allowed to delete the expiration date on the FCC 1240. OMB strongly supports the FCC's use of the Internet and fax-on- demand to distribute the form, instructions, and related materials.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/1999
07/31/1999
07/31/1996
9,975
0
5,850
88,549
0
116,438
2,085,000
0
30,000
The FCC form 1240 will be used by cable operators to file for adjustments to maximum permitted rates for regulated services to reflect external costs. The FCC form 1240 implements a new optional rate methodology where cable operators will be permitted to make annual, as opposed to quarterly, rate changes. It is a filing alternative to the FCC form 1210.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Annual Updating of Maximum Permitted Rates for Regulated Cable Services