Comments Due Feb. 5 on NECA Schedule Formula Modification

The FCC Wireline Bureau is seeking comment on the latest National Exchange Carrier Association proposal to modify interstate average schedule formulas, said a public notice Monday. “NECA proposes formula changes that would result in a 6.92% overall increase in settlements at constant demand” said the Dec. 19 NECA proposal. Such modifications are historically proposed by NECA and granted by the bureau each year. FCC rules require NECA to annually propose modifications or certify that no revisions are necessary. The latest proposed modifications would be effective July 1, 2025, until June 30, 2026. Comments are due in docket 24-685 on Feb. 5, replies Feb. 20.