other · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2016-09-13 · Effective 2016-12-12 · 81 FR 62818
Document
Document number
2016-21637
Federal Register citation
81 FR 62818
CFR reference
47 CFR 64
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
other
Publication date
2016-09-13
Effective date
2016-12-12
FCC docket
WCB: WC Docket No. 12-375
Abstract
In this document, the Commission continues its reform of the inmate calling services (ICS) marketplace by responding to points raised in a petition filed by Michael S. Hamden, seeking reconsideration of certain aspects of the Commission's 2015 ICS Order. Specifically, the Commission amends its rate caps to better allow ICS providers to recover costs incurred as a result of providing inmate calling services, including the costs of reimbursing facilities for any costs they may incur that are reasonably and directly related to the provision of service. The Order also clarifies the definition of "mandatory taxes and fees" and addresses other arguments raised by Mr. Hamden.