As follow up from our last conference call, I reviewed the AOC language regarding ICANN's obligation and timeframe to respond to our RT recommendations.
Below I have highlighted the last sentence of Section 9.3.1. indicating that the Board must take action on our recommendations within six months of receipt.
My interpretation is that implementation of such action is open but must be initiated within six months.
Your thoughts and comments on this point are welcome.
9.3.1
ICANN additionally commits to enforcing its existing policy relating to WHOIS, subject to applicable laws. Such existing policy requires that
ICANN implement measures to maintain timely, unrestricted and public access to accurate and complete WHOIS information, including registrant, technical, billing, and administrative contact information. One year from the effective date of this document and then no less frequently than every three years thereafter,
ICANN will organize a review of WHOIS policy and its implementation to assess the extent to which WHOIS policy is effective and its implementation meets the legitimate needs of law enforcement and promotes consumer trust. The review will be performed by volunteer community members and the review team will be constituted and published for public comment, and will include the following (or their designated nominees): the Chair of the
GAC, the CEO of
ICANN, representatives of the relevant Advisory Committees and Supporting Organizations, as well as experts, and representatives of the global law enforcement community, and global privacy experts. Composition of the review team will be agreed jointly by the Chair of the
GAC (in consultation with
GAC members) and the CEO of
ICANN. Resulting recommendations of the reviews will be provided to the Board and posted for public comment.
The Board will take action within six months of receipt of the recommendations.