The Carrier Relations Division (CRD) is a multifaceted unit within the Office of Unified Communications (OUC). The CRD provides analysis of E911-related issues sets policy and establishes processes for the District’s E911 Direct Connect program. They conduct research on implementation of technical regulatory initiatives, and proposed administrative decisions. The CRD provides leadership and oversight for the OUC regarding the District’s E911 Fund including 911 fee reporting to the FCC in compliance with the NET 911 Act. They oversee the identification of carriers and technology-neutral providers that should be remitting the E911 surcharges as well as identify such entities with outstanding 911 surcharge balances for collection.

 

The CRD follows generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), auditing procedures and standards.The CRD provides management of fund revenue collections and recommended E911 surcharge rates. Lastly, per Authority granted in DC ST § 34, Public Utilities, Subtitle V Telecommunications, CRD assures the compliance of E911 fund operations within the OUC in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) and the Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR). 

 

As the name implies, the Division maintains relationships with the telephone carriers and service providers, and also works with other entities, such as:

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