One year
clearance. The Commission currently has pending rulemaking dockets
which may result in near-term changes to Form M. (See for example
47 FR 36660) In addition, revisions in the uniform system of
accounts in Docket 78-196 may have extensive impact on all Form M
schedules. Prior to renewal, OMB would like to also explore steps
that can be taken to rely to a greater extent on automated
reporting in this area.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/1983
09/30/1983
07/31/1982
79
0
68
9,480
0
120,000
0
0
0
ANNUAL REPORT OF FINANCIAL AND
OPERATING INFORMATION FROM ALL SUBJECT TELEPHONE COMPANIES HAVING
ANNUAL OPERATING REVENUES IN EXCESS OF $1,000,000. FORM M IS NEEDED
TO PROVIDE THE COMMISSION WITH THE DATA REQUIRED TO FULFILL ITS
REGULATORY RESPONSIBILITIES.
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.