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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting public comments on its information collection efforts under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995. The aim is to evaluate whether these collections are necessary, accurate, and clear, and to explore ways to minimize the burden, particularly for small businesses. The FCC requires comments to be submitted by June 9, 2025, and emphasizes that any collection effort must display a valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The agency is extending a currently approved collection related to the interconnection of private and public communication systems, involving 100 respondents with no associated cost burden.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on its efforts to reduce paperwork burdens, particularly focusing on small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC is interested in feedback on the necessity and effectiveness of information collection and how it might lessen the burden on small businesses. Public comments must be submitted by February 10, 2021, through the specified website and also by email to Cathy Williams at the FCC. This effort is part of the Commission's compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act and the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act.

The Federal Communications Commission's Enforcement Bureau released an order on December 10, 2024, telling 2,411 companies to fix issues with their Robocall Mitigation Database certifications. These problems include missing or incomplete robocall mitigation plans and certifications. If the companies don't resolve these issues by December 31, 2024, they risk being removed from the database, which would force other service providers to stop accepting calls directly from them. Companies need to either correct these deficiencies or explain why the bureau shouldn't remove their certification.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection as part of efforts to reduce paperwork, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are interested in opinions on the necessity, effectiveness, accuracy, and burden of the information collection process, especially for small businesses. This notice is linked to rules requiring providers to disclose exclusive marketing arrangements in multi-tenant environments to promote competition and transparency. Interested parties should send their comments by March 17, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on the proposed information collection effort as part of their ongoing work to reduce paperwork, aligned with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments are needed to discuss the necessity, utility, and accuracy of the information collected, and to find ways to enhance its quality and minimize the burden on respondents, especially small businesses. Additionally, the information will help ensure that voice and broadband services have comparable rates between urban and rural areas, aiding in universal service support. Comments must be submitted by June 16, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released a Public Notice proposing new licensing and coordination procedures for its Space Launch Service. The FCC is seeking public comments on these proposals, which include requirements for registering launch sites, coordinating frequencies, and detailing technical data necessary for space launches. The Notice also mentions that frequency coordination will involve collaborating with Federal and non-Federal entities and introduces new regulations to streamline the authorization process for space launches. Comments on the proposals must be submitted by January 22, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee will hold its third meeting on April 15, 2025, in Washington, DC. During this meeting, the committee will discuss status reports and recommendations for the upcoming 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference. The meeting will be open to the public and broadcast live online, with opportunities for audience participation. More details and agenda updates can be found on the FCC's WRC-27 website.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on its information collection efforts as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC wants feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and quality of the information collected, as well as suggestions for minimizing the burden on small businesses. This collection supports the FCC's implementation of reforms to ensure Americans have access to affordable broadband and voice services, including commitments for deployment, maintenance, and operation of 5G networks by competitive eligible telecommunications carriers (ETCs). The FCC’s rule provides flexibility for ETCs to manage their legacy support funds, specifically detailing how they can use their resources in 2021 and 2022.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on petitions asking for E-Rate program funds to be used for remote learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Various petitions, including those from coalitions and states like Colorado and Nevada, request flexibility in using these funds to support students and schools unable to connect to the internet from home. The FCC is exploring how to ensure cost-effective use of these funds, prevent misuse, and prioritize schools and students in greatest need. They are also examining their legal authority to adjust E-Rate funding to address these challenges.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has decided that state and local government contractors, along with local governments, are considered "persons" under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and must follow its rules. This means they must obtain consent before making certain automated or prerecorded calls. However, state governments themselves, when conducting official business, are not considered "persons" and are therefore exempt. The FCC's ruling aims to clarify who must comply with TCPA restrictions and protect consumer privacy while allowing necessary exceptions, such as emergency calls during situations like the COVID-19 pandemic.