Incarcerated People's Communications Services (IPCS) 2023 Mandatory Data Collection, WC Docket Nos. 23–62, 12–375, DA 23-638

This submission is being made for a proposed non-substantive change to an existing information collection pursuant to 44 U.S.C. § 3507. This submission seeks to correct a typographical error in Form 2303(a) (Excel template). This change does not affect the Commission’s previous burden estimates, the reporting requirements, or the costs of this collection. This submission is being made for proposed non-substantive changes to an existing information collection pursuant to 44 U.S.C. § 3507. This submission provides the final versions of FCC Form 2303(a) (consisting of Word and Excel Templates) and of FCC Form 2303(b) (Certification Form) to reflect OMB approval on September 13, 2023. It also reflects the assignment of OMB Control No. 3060-1314 to this new collection. On March 17, 2023, the Commission released the 2023 IPCS Order (FCC 23-19), in which it began the process of implementing the Martha Wright-Reed Just and Communications Act of 2022, which directs the Commission to promulgate any regulations implementing the provisions of the Act, including its mandate that the Commission establish a compensation plan ensuring that all rates and charges for incarcerated people's communications services (IPCS) are "just and reasonable," not earlier than 18 months and not later than 24 months after its January 5, 2023 enactment. The Act gives the Commission authority to enact rates and charges for voice, video, and advanced communications between incarcerated people and their families and loved ones, including communications within a state's borders. Previously, the Commission had authority only over interstate and international voice calls. To ensure that it has the data needed to meet the Commission's responsibilities under the Act, the Wireline Competition Bureau (WCB) and the Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA) must "update and restructure" the Commission's most recent mandatory data collection, OMB Control No. 3060-1300. The Commission delegated authority to WCB and OEA to collect data on IPCS from all providers now subject to the Commission's authority. WCB/OEA developed proposals for the 2023 Mandatory Data Collection and issued a Public Notice on April 28, 2023 seeking comments on all aspects of the proposed revisions to the collection. After considering all filings, the Commission released an Order adopting the instructions, reporting template, and certification form to implement the collection.

The latest form for Incarcerated People's Communications Services (IPCS) 2023 Mandatory Data Collection, WC Docket Nos. 23–62, 12–375, DA 23-638 expires 2026-09-30 and is listed under ICR 202310-3060-002.