SUMMARY
On June 26, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released an Order to facilitate implementation of Next Generation 911 (NG911) services and improve 911 reliability. Under this framework, the Annual 911 Reliability Certification filing due October 15th has been eliminated and replaced with a streamlined filing process for 911 Covered Service Providers (CSPs) going forward. The streamlined filing process will require a one-time certification that will only require updates due to material changes.
There will be an 18-month transition period that will begin once the Bureau issues a Public Notice announcing Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. CSPs will have six months from the date of the Public Notice to file an attestation with the Commission identifying themselves as CSPs.
THIS MAY APPLY TO YOU IF…
You are considered a CSP and have previously completed the Annual 911 Reliability Certification.
ACTION ITEMS & TIMELINE
- CSPs are no longer required to file the Annual 911 Reliability Certification due October 15th.
- A Public Notice will be released upon OMB approval that will begin 18-month transition period.
- CSPs are required to notify the FCC within six months following the Public Notice.
