THE ATTACHED NPRM PROPOSES TO AMEND 47
CFR SECTION 63.100 TO REQUIRE THAT LOCAL EXCHANGE AND INTEREXCHANGE
COMMON CARRIERS THAT OPERATE EITHER TRANSMISSION OR SWITCHING
FACILITIES REPORT OUTAGES AFFECTING 30,000 OR MORE CUSTOMERS OR
SPECIAL FACILITIES. THE MO&O INCLUDED IN THE ATTACHED ITEM
AMENDS SECTION 63.100 TO INCLUDE COMPETITIVE ACCE
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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).
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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;
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these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.