47 C.F.R. Section 64.903(a) requires
LECs with annual operating revenues equal to or above the indexed
revenue threhold as defined in 47 CFR 32,9000 to file a cost
allocation manual containing the information specified in Section
64.903(a)(1)-(6). 47 C.F.R. Section 64.903(b) requires that
carriers update their cost allocation manuals at least annually,
except changes to the cost apportionment table and the description
of time reporting procedures must be filed as time of
implementation. FCC uses the manual to ensure that all costs are
properly classified.
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.