Wireline Bureau Seeks Comment on Proposed Changes to Revenue Reporting Forms
The FCC Wireline Bureau on Friday sought comment by May 5 on proposed changes to the 2026 annual telecommunications reporting worksheet, FCC Form 499-A, and the accompanying instructions for reporting 2025 revenue. It also sought comment on Form 499-Q, which is for reporting quarterly results. Comments are due in docket 06-122.
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The proposed changes suggest that support received from the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program should no longer be included on Line 308 of Form 499-A. The form is also updated to clarify that tower leases should be included on Line 418 as non-telecommunications service revenue. “The Bureau has delegated authority to revise these FCC forms and accompanying instructions to, among other things, ensure ‘sound and efficient administration of the universal service programs,’ and to promote clarity, transparency and predictability,” the notice said.