FCC Form 1220 is used by cable operators to demonstrate their costs of providing cable service in order to justiy rates above levels determined under the Commission's benchmark technology. Operators file FCC Form 1220 with local franchising authorities of the Commission where the Commission has assumed jurisdiction when justifying rates based on cost of service. FCC Form 1220 may also be filed as part of an operator's response to a complaint filed with the Commission about programming service rates and associated equipment when justifying rates based on cost of service.
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.