{"description":"Documents matching 'STIR/SHAKEN', published on or after 01/01/2026, and from Federal Communications Commission","count":12,"total_pages":1,"results":[{"title":"Enhancing Know-Your-Upstream-Provider Requirements and Strengthening STIR/SHAKEN (Call Authentication Trust Anchor; Advanced Methods To Target and Eliminate Unlawful Robocalls)","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) proposes steps to strengthen its robocall mitigation framework by enhancing Know-Your-Upstream-Provider (KYUP) requirements, improving oversight of voice service providers by the STIR/SHAKEN Governance Authority, raising caller ID attestation standards, and closing implementation gaps in STIR/SHAKEN implementation. Specifically, the Commission proposes establishing baseline KYUP information-collection, compliance review, verification, monitoring, and responsive-action requirements to ensure providers can identify and cut off bad-actor upstream providers. The Commission also proposes measures to expand the Governance Authority's vetting, enforcement, and reporting responsibilities to prevent misuse of STIR/SHAKEN certificates and to remove noncompliant providers from the authentication ecosystem. The Commission further proposes clarifying and strengthening STIR/SHAKEN attestation rules, including codifying attestation levels, defining improper attestations, and specifying permissible mechanisms for verifying number-to-customer associations. Additionally, the Commission proposes and seeks comment on additional steps to close caller ID authentication gaps, such as refining provider definitions, reconsidering exemptions, requiring providers serving end users to assign STIR/SHAKEN attestations, and ensuring calls maintain authentication information. The Commission also seeks comment on special circumstances, including addressing issues with foreign- originated calls.","document_number":"2026-13874","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/09/2026-13874/enhancing-know-your-upstream-provider-requirements-and-strengthening-stirshaken-call-authentication","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-09/pdf/2026-13874.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-13874.pdf?1783514714","publication_date":"2026-07-09","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"them from getting illegal calls onto the United States voice network. Similarly, the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> Governance Authority was designed to maintain trust in the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> framework by setting policies and procedures that govern which providers are authorized to be a part of the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> ecosystem. Despite these mechanisms, many bad actor providers remain. \n We propose and seek comment on measures designed to improve how providers' KYUP obligation and the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> Governance Authority serve to excise bad actor providers from the voice network and"},{"title":"Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority","type":"Notice","abstract":"As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Comments are requested concerning: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number.","document_number":"2026-21313","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/19/2026-21313/information-collection-being-reviewed-by-the-federal-communications-commission-under-delegated","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-10-19/pdf/2026-21313.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-21313.pdf?1792154719","publication_date":"2026-10-19","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"to caller ID authentication and <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span>.\n \n \n On August 5, 2021, the Commission adopted a Third Report and Order, which established a limited role for the Commission to oversee certificate revocation decisions by the private <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> governance system that would have the effect of placing providers in noncompliance with the Commission's rules. Within the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> framework, service providers share a digital certificate along with each call as a means of maintaining trust and accountability. The <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> governance system can revoke a"},{"title":"Sunshine Act Meeting; Open Commission Meeting Wednesday, May 20, 2026","type":"Notice","abstract":"The Commission will consider a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would propose to enhance the STIR/SHAKEN framework used by voice providers to combat illegal robocalls by improving know-your- upstream-provider (KYUP) requirements and oversight, raising standards for STIR/SHAKEN attestations, and closing implementation loopholes. 2.................. Broadband Data Task Title: Establishing the Force. Digital Opportunity Data Collection (WC Docket No. 11-10); Modernizing the FCC Form 477 Data Program (WC Docket No. 19-195); and Delete, Delete, Delete (GN Docket No. 25-133) Summary: The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would take several steps to streamline and improve the FCC's Broadband Data Collection (BDC). This item would alleviate unnecessary regulatory burdens on service providers and challenge process participants by streamlining audits and verifications, improving challenge processes, and reducing regulatory burdens that add costs without a corresponding benefit to the quality of provider-reported data, all while ensuring that the data depicted on the National Broadband Map is accurate. 3.................. Public Safety & Title: Resilient Networks Homeland Security. (PS Docket No. 21-346); Amendments to Part 4 of the Commission's Rules Concerning Disruptions to Communications (PS Docket No. 15-80); and New Part 4 of the Commission's Rules Concerning Disruptions to Communications (ET Docket No. 04-35) Summary: The Commission will consider a Third Report and Order to modernize DIRS by enhancing its capabilities while eliminating unnecessary reporting burdens. These actions will provide better information to emergency managers during disasters and allow communications service providers to focus their resources on service restoration instead of redundant paperwork at times when every second counts. 4.................. Wireline Competition.. Title: Reforming the High- Cost Program for an All-IP Future (WC Docket No. 26- 96); and Connect America Fund: A National Broadband Plan for our Future High- Cost Universal Support (WC Docket No. 10-90) Summary: The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on how a High-Cost Modernization initiative could best ensure that all Americans, particularly those in rural areas, have access to next-generation services in an ever- changing environment. ------------------------------------------------------------------------","document_number":"2026-09837","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/15/2026-09837/sunshine-act-meeting-open-commission-meeting-wednesday-may-20-2026","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-05-15/pdf/2026-09837.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-09837.pdf?1778703310","publication_date":"2026-05-15","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"Methods to Target and Eliminate Unlawful Robocalls (CG Docket No. 17-59)\n \n Summary: \n The Commission will consider a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would propose to enhance the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> framework used by voice providers to combat illegal robocalls by improving know-your-upstream-provider (KYUP) requirements and oversight, raising standards for <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> attestations, and closing implementation loopholes.\n \n \n \n \n 2 \n Broadband Data Task Force \n \n Title: \n Establishing the Digital Opportunity Data Collection (WC Docket No. 11-10); Modernizing"},{"title":"Improving the Effectiveness of the Robocall Mitigation Database; Call Authentication Trust Anchor; Advanced Methods To Target and Eliminate Unlawful Robocalls","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) proposes steps to strengthen the reliability, integrity, and effectiveness of the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD or Database) as a core component of its illegal-call prevention framework. The Commission proposed measures aim to ensure that RMD filings are accurate, complete, and current, and to safeguard the Database so that only legitimate, transparent, and accountable providers may enter or remain listed. Specifically, the Commission proposes and seeks comment on measures to clarify which entities are required to file in the RMD, enhance the accuracy and completeness of submitted information, and specify which portions of filings may be publicly disclosed. Additionally, the Commission proposes and seeks comment on new tools to prevent bad actors and noncompliant providers from accessing or remaining in the RMD, including strengthened screening procedures for new filers, improved mechanisms for identifying noncompliant providers, expedited removal processes, and safeguards to prevent unauthorized re- entry into the Database.","document_number":"2026-18366","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18366/improving-the-effectiveness-of-the-robocall-mitigation-database-call-authentication-trust-anchor","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-09/pdf/2026-18366.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-18366.pdf?1788871520","publication_date":"2026-09-09","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"proposed in the \n KYUP FNPRM. \n When a provider files in the RMD, it must provide a certification regarding its <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> implementation status. If a voice service provider certifies to less than full <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> implementation, it must identify the exemption it is claiming and the basis for the exemption.\n \n \n Currently, providers may be exempt from implementing <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> pursuant to four implementation exemptions. First, because <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> only works on IP-based voice networks, the TRACED Act grants an ongoing implementation extension for providers'"},{"title":"Numbering Policies for Modern Communications","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopts rules regarding direct access to numbers by providers of interconnected Voice over internet Protocol (VoIP) services. The Commission takes this action in furtherance of Congress' directive in the Pallone-Thune Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act to examine ways to reduce access to telephone numbers by potential perpetrators of illegal robocalls. These actions continue to safeguard U.S. numbering resources and consumers, protect national security interests, promote public safety, and ensure compliance with other important Commission rules.","document_number":"2026-03066","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/17/2026-03066/numbering-policies-for-modern-communications","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-02-17/pdf/2026-03066.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-03066.pdf?1770990325","publication_date":"2026-02-17","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"facilitate illegal robocalls, illegal spoofing, or fraud, in violation of robocall, spoofing, and deceptive telemarketing obligations under 47 CFR 64.1200, 64.1604, 64.6300 \n et seq., \n and 16 CFR 310.3(b);\n \n • the authorization holder has fully complied with all applicable <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> caller ID authentication and robocall mitigation program requirements and filed a certification in the Robocall Mitigation Database as required by 47 CFR 64.6301-64.6305; and \n • neither the authorization holder nor any of its key personnel identified in the application"},{"title":"Numbering Policies for Modern Communications","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) proposes rules regarding direct access to numbers by providers of interconnected Voice over internet Protocol (VoIP) services. The Commission takes this action in furtherance of Congress' directive in the Pallone-Thune Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act to examine ways to reduce access to telephone numbers by potential perpetrators of illegal robocalls. These proposals aim to safeguard U.S. numbering resources and consumers, protect national security interests, promote public safety, and ensure compliance with other important Commission rules.","document_number":"2026-02858","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/12/2026-02858/numbering-policies-for-modern-communications","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-02-12/pdf/2026-02858.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-02858.pdf?1770817516","publication_date":"2026-02-12","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"impacts that might outweigh our proposal? Would this have impacts that are not technology-neutral or disproportionately impact interconnected VoIP providers and/or small providers? Would there be any unintended consequences for technology transitions, implementation of <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> Caller ID authentications, or other Commission priorities? Finally, are there other proposals that we should consider regarding national security protections and direct access to numbering resources? \n Ordering Clauses \n \n Accordingly, \n it is ordered \n that pursuant to"},{"title":"Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions-2026","type":"Notice","abstract":"Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review (Sep. 30, 1993), requires each agency to publish a regulatory agenda (Agenda) of regulations under development or review during the next year which will be included in the Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions (Unified Agenda). 58 FR 51735 (Oct. 4, 1993). The Agenda required by Executive Order 12866 must include all regulations the agency expects to develop or review during the next 12 months, regardless of whether they may have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Executive Order 12866 provides that agencies may combine this agenda with the regulatory flexibility agenda required under the RFA. To help keep the public informed of significant rulemaking proceedings and meet its obligations under the RFA and Executive Order 12866, the Commission has prepared Agenda entries providing a brief description and summary of each regulatory activity that is currently planned for the 12 months, subject to revision, including the objectives and legal basis for each, and the name and telephone number of an agency official who is knowledgeable about items in the agenda. The Commission's Agenda entries published in the Federal Register are only those entries for rules that are likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities pursuant to the RFA. The Commission's complete list of regulatory and deregulatory actions for the Unified Agenda will be published on the internet in a searchable format at www.reginfo.gov.","document_number":"2026-16615","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/14/2026-16615/unified-agenda-of-federal-regulatory-and-deregulatory-actions-2026","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-08-14/pdf/2026-16615.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-16615.pdf?1786625116","publication_date":"2026-08-14","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"Order authorized providers with a <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> obligation to fulfill that obligation through a third party so long as the provider (1) makes all attestation level decisions, consistent with the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> technical standards; and (2) ensures that all calls are signed using its own certificate obtained from a <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> Certificate Authority. The Commission also required any provider certifying to partial or complete <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> implementation in the Robocall Mitigation Database to be registered with the <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> Policy Administrator, obtain its"},{"title":"Combatting Illegal Robocalls Through FCC Numbering Policies; Implementation of TRACED Act-Knowledge of Customers by Entities With Access to Numbering Resources","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks comment on whether to adopt changes to its numbering policies with respect to how assigned numbering resources are utilized, reported, and resold by service providers as part of its continuing effort to combat illegal robocalls. The Commission explores and proposes a broad array of solutions to strengthen the Commission's numbering requirements and policies, particularly as they relate to resellers that use numbering resources to engage in some of the most extensive illegal robocalling schemes.","document_number":"2026-09134","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/08/2026-09134/combatting-illegal-robocalls-through-fcc-numbering-policies-implementation-of-traced-act-knowledge","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-05-08/pdf/2026-09134.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-09134.pdf?1778157911","publication_date":"2026-05-08","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"commonly used for placing robocalls, causing calls from such numbers to be blocked. The practice of number cycling can be particularly nefarious because calls originating with cycled numbers can receive the highest <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> attestation level as if they were legitimate calls, as distinguished from caller ID spoofing, which <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> is capable of identifying and preventing. Although there may be legitimate uses of number cycling, as discussed below, misuse of number cycling is not only bad for consumers, but also detrimental to numbering resource"},{"title":"Improving the Effectiveness of the Robocall Mitigation Database; CORES Registration System","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopts rules requiring Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD or Database) filers to take additional steps to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and currentness of submitted information. The rules also establish a base forfeiture of $10,000 for each violation for filers that submit false or inaccurate information to the Database, as well as a base forfeiture of $1,000 for failure to update information that has changed in the Database within 10 days. Further, the Wireline Competition Bureau is directed to establish a dedicated reporting mechanism for deficient filings in the Database, as well as to issue additional guidance and \"best practices\" for filers. Additionally, the Wireline Competition Bureau and Office of the Managing Director are directed to develop a two-factor (or more) authentication solution for accessing the Database.","document_number":"2026-00010","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/06/2026-00010/improving-the-effectiveness-of-the-robocall-mitigation-database-cores-registration-system","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-01-06/pdf/2026-00010.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-00010.pdf?1767620708","publication_date":"2026-01-06","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"have on robocall mitigation efforts and consider whether standards that enable call authentication over non-IP facilities should be used by voice providers to ensure that <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> is, at minimum, more effective than otherwise. ZipDX, acknowledging that such suggestions are only “marginally within the scope of the \n NPRM, \n nevertheless recommends that we collect data on <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span> implementation by revising the filing process to require providers to indicate the number of calls in the month prior to the filing date affected by delays in IP implementation"},{"title":"Reducing Barriers to Network Improvements and Service Changes","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopted a Report and Order that reduces regulatory barriers and costs that hinder the transition from outdated legacy networks and services to next-generation, Internet Protocol (IP)-based infrastructure. The actions taken in the Report and Order combine common sense reforms with core consumer protections that bring the regulatory environment in line with today's communications marketplace while retaining and adopting safeguards to protect public safety and ensure 911 continuity. The Report and Order also concludes that if state or local requirements conflict with the service discontinuance framework adopted in the Report and Order, such requirements negate valid federal regulatory objectives and are subject to preemption.","document_number":"2026-07622","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/20/2026-07622/reducing-barriers-to-network-improvements-and-service-changes","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-04-20/pdf/2026-07622.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-07622.pdf?1776429913","publication_date":"2026-04-20","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"providing service to consumers and must support NG911 service upon the request of a 911 Authority.) As the Commission recently found, interconnected VoIP service benefits consumers by providing access to networks that can support advanced protocols and technologies, such as <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span>, which helps protect consumers from illegally spoofed robocalls, and NG911, which will help save lives by ensuring faster call delivery to 911 call centers through improved reliability and resiliency, enhanced information about the caller's location and the nature of the"},{"title":"Reforming Legacy Rules for an All-IP Future; Accelerating Network Modernization","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking to accelerate network modernization by proposing to reform regulations that have hindered the transition to all-internet Protocol (IP) networks. Building upon the Commission's longstanding efforts to reform the legacy intercarrier compensation (ICC) framework, the Commission proposes to move remaining ICC charges to a bill-and-keep framework and detariff them, and invites comment on this proposal. To enable carriers to recover costs from their end users, the Commission proposes to eliminate ex ante pricing regulation and tariffing of end-user charges, also referred to as Telephone Access Charges (TACs). Following the transition of ICC charges to bill-and-keep, the Commission seeks comment on phasing out Connect America Fund Intercarrier Compensation (CAF ICC) support. The NPRM also seeks comment on removing remaining regulatory obligations--including tariffing and outdated account information exchange requirements--for interstate and international long-distance services, given the longstanding competitiveness of these markets. In addition, the Commission seeks comment on the elimination of regulations that will no longer be necessary in a post-Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) environment and invites input on a transitional framework to ensure regulatory and market stability during the shift to an all-IP marketplace. Finally, the Commission encourages commenters to identify ways to promote technological modernization while enhancing long-term efficiency, competition, and service quality for consumers. In all these reforms, the Commission intends to proceed thoughtfully, mindful of the complex issues, transition timelines, and paramount connectivity goals.","document_number":"2026-05727","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/24/2026-05727/reforming-legacy-rules-for-an-all-ip-future-accelerating-network-modernization","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-03-24/pdf/2026-05727.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-05727.pdf?1774269916","publication_date":"2026-03-24","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"vary by type of service? Will the proposed rule changes accelerate the IP transition, and if so, how will this benefit consumers? For example, will the proposed rules accelerate the adoption of certain public safety and consumer protection technologies, such as NG911 and <span class=\"match\">STIR</span>/<span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span>? If so, are there unique costs of this adoption that would disproportionately impact small providers? Are there any benefits that consumers may expect in the long term that may not appear during a transition period?\n \n \n Carrier Costs. \n While the proposed rule changes"},{"title":"Renewal of the Consumer Protection and Accessibility Advisory Committee","type":"Notice","abstract":"The Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) is publishing this notice to announce the renewal of the Consumer Protection and Accessibility Advisory Committee (CPAAC). The Commission has determined that the renewal of the CPAAC is necessary and in the public's interest.","document_number":"2026-20005","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/30/2026-20005/renewal-of-the-consumer-protection-and-accessibility-advisory-committee","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-30/pdf/2026-20005.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-20005.pdf?1790685917","publication_date":"2026-09-30","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"and disability issues. For example, past recommendations have led to Commission actions that empowered consumers and advanced important consumer protection priorities. Numerous recommendations have informed the Commission's work to combat robocalls, including the use of <span class=\"match\">SHAKEN</span>/<span class=\"match\">STIR</span> and call blocking rules. Recommendations have also focused on advancements in communications technology, mobile device security, changes to FCC consumer complaint intake and reporting, as well as consumer education campaigns for the Digital TV transition. Other recommendations"}]}