This information collection is
necessary to facilitate the creation and use of a database to help
address the problem of unwanted calls to reassigned numbers. The
database will enable any caller to verify whether a number has been
reassigned before calling that number, and it will help consumers
avoid unwanted calls intended for others. Therefore, the Commission
is seeking OMB approval for a new collection and requests a new OMB
Control Number for the information burdens associated with the
Reassigned Numbers Database.
This is a new information
collection. The program changes/increases added to OMB’s inventory
as a result of the information collection requirements contained in
the Reassigned Numbers Database Order, FCC 18-177, are as follows:
3,666 annual respondents; 15,375,326 annual responses; and 290,233
annual burden hours.
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.