Annual Covered Equipment Certification Due March 31

JSI would like to remind all Advanced Communications Service providers that their annual certification regarding covered equipment and services is due by March 31, 2026. “Advanced Communications Service” is defined as a high-speed, switched, broadband telecommunications capability that enables users to originate and receive high-quality voice, data, graphics, and video telecommunications using any technology with connection speeds of at least 200 kbps in either direction.

The FCC requires all providers to certify whether they have purchased, rented, leased, or otherwise obtained any covered equipment or services from the Covered List since August 14, 2018. This annual reporting requirement helps the FCC track the presence of equipment from manufacturers on the Covered List within U.S. communications networks.

Importantly, if you have previously certified that you do not have any covered communications equipment or services, you do not need to file a certification this year unless you have subsequently added covered equipment since your last certification. If your company possesses covered equipment or services, you’ll need to provide additional information including equipment location, type, costs, replacement plans, and justification for the acquisition. Your 2026 Annual Report should reflect information current as of December 31, 2025.

If you need assistance with this filing or have questions about your reporting obligations, please contact Lans Chase.