SECTION 165:55-3-3. Approval of initial tariffs

(a)   No later than twelve (12) months after being granted a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity, pursuant to OAC 165:55-3-1, a telecommunications service provider, or IXC shall file an application requesting approval of its initial tariffs, unless filed pursuant to OAC 165:55-3-1(d)(2)(L), which include the terms and conditions of service and all rates and charges for each service classification, in a format consistent with Subchapter 5 of this Chapter. Notice of such filings shall comply with OAC 165:55-5-11(d).

(b)   The initial tariffs shall not become effective except by order of the Commission after such notice and hearing, if any, as directed by Commission.

(c)   Not later than thirty (30) days after approval of the initial tariffs, an original and two (2) copies of the approved tariffs, which conform to OAC 165:55-5-20, shall be provided to the Public Utility Division.

(d)   With the application requesting approval of a complete set of proposed initial tariffs, the telecommunications service provider, or IXC, shall file proof that the third-party surety bond, surety bond or letter of credit required in OAC 165:55-3-1(h) has been obtained, if applicable.

(e)   This subsection does not apply to providers with a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity limited to authority to receive reimbursement for the provision of Special Universal Services in accordance with 17 O.S. § 139.109.1(B)(4). Such entities will provide informational tariffs in accordance with OAC 165:55-3-1(e)(2)(F).

[Source: Added at 16 Ok Reg 2261, eff 7-1-99; Amended at 19 Ok Reg 1985, eff 7-1-02; Amended at 32 Ok Reg 828, eff 8-27-15; Added at 33 Ok Reg 645, eff 8-25-16; Amended at 34 Ok Reg 989, eff 9-11-17]