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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3210
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC wants people to say if it's helpful or too much work for them to fill out forms about sharing their internet service plans and deals in buildings with many tenants. They want to make sure small companies don't have a hard time doing this, and they're asking for ideas on how to make it better.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10824
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on an information collection as part of its efforts to reduce paperwork burdens, following the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The comments should address the necessity and utility of the information, accuracy in burden estimates, ways to enhance information quality and minimize the burden on respondents, especially small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC requires feedback before it continues collecting information related to Mobility Fund Phase I support, which helps deploy mobile broadband in underserved areas. People can send their comments by April 28, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC is asking people to help them figure out how to make collecting information easier and less troublesome, especially for small businesses. They want to know if collecting this information is useful and how to make it better.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 104499
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau is requesting feedback on how to select a Space Launch Frequency Coordinator as part of the Space Launch Service. They propose a process where interested parties can submit applications online showcasing their qualifications, including technical expertise and an ability to prevent conflicts of interest. Comments on this proposal are due by January 22, 2025. The selected coordinator must handle coordination between Federal and non-Federal operations in specific frequency bands and must agree to work under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Commission.

    Simple Explanation

    The Wireless Telecommunications Bureau wants to pick someone to help organize the use of radio signals for space launches, and they want to make sure they're fair and that the person knows what they're doing. They're asking people to give their ideas on how to choose this person.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2669
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    In the Federal Register notice, a correction has been made to a previous document published on December 21, 2020. The correction changes the date in the DATES section from "January 20, 2021," to "January 21, 2021." This notice pertains to the Federal Communications Commission and was filed on January 12, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    In a government document, they fixed a mistake and changed a date from January 20th to January 21st, telling everyone the new correct day to remember.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 13723
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing changes to the FM radio channel assignments in Matador, Texas. They want to switch Channel 276C2 for the vacant Channel 244C2 and Channel 252C3 for the vacant Channel 276C3. This adjustment is necessary because Channel 244C2 doesn't meet the FCC's distance rules due to its proximity to KYLB, Channel 244A, in Turkey, Texas. Comments on this proposal are welcome until May 2, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC is planning to change some radio channels in Matador, Texas, to make sure they don't get too close to another radio station's channel. People can share their thoughts on this plan until May 2, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11767
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection, as part of efforts to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are particularly interested in how they can lessen the information collection burden for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Public comments must be submitted by March 29, 2021, through the specified online platform. This collection primarily addresses transparency rules for internet service providers, ensuring consumers have the information needed to make informed decisions about internet services.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC wants people to tell them what they think about a plan to make it easier for small internet companies to share information with customers, so customers know what they are paying for. They want ideas before the end of March 2021.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1380
    Reading Time:about 99 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a final rule that allows Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operators to use a specific spectrum band (5030-5091 MHz) for communication. This rule introduces Part 88, which includes service guidelines for obtaining temporary frequency assignments in this band, managed by dynamic frequency management systems (DFMSs) to ensure safe and efficient use. The rule aims to enhance the integration of UAS operations into controlled airspace by providing reliable communication channels necessary for safe operation. The effectiveness of the rule begins February 7, 2025, although some parts will be delayed pending further notice.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC has decided to let flying drones use a special radio space on the 5030-5091 MHz band to talk safely while flying, but figuring out who manages this space and what it might cost is still a bit unclear.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97611
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking for public comments on their information collection process, part of efforts to cut down on paperwork as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The focus is on ensuring that the collection is effective, necessary, and not burdensome, especially for small businesses. The rule changes include updates to the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and improvements in reporting false alerts to boost public trust and ensure effective communication during national emergencies. Public feedback is invited until February 7, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC wants to know what people think about how they collect information. They're trying to avoid too much paperwork and make sure the rules aren't too hard, especially for small businesses.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11320
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on reducing paperwork burdens related to information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are particularly interested in ways to lessen the burden on small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC forms mentioned, such as the FCC Forms 472, 473, and 474, involve paperwork for the Universal Service Support Program and will see a revision to address new certification requirements. Comments should be submitted by April 4, 2025, via the www.reginfo.gov website and emailed to Nicole Ongele at the FCC.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC is asking people to help figure out ways to make filling out paperwork easier, especially for small businesses, and wants everyone to share their ideas by April 4, 2025, on how to do this better.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16526
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requesting public comments on an information collection as part of its ongoing efforts to minimize paperwork and comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public is invited to share their thoughts on whether the collection is necessary, its accuracy, and how it can be improved or made less burdensome, especially for small businesses. This information collection pertains to the implementation of the local competition provisions in the Telecommunications Act of 1996, which involves incumbent local exchange carriers providing certain services to new market entrants at reasonable prices. Comments are due by June 17, 2025, and should be sent to Nicole Ongele at the FCC.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC wants people to tell them if they really need to collect certain information and if it's too hard for small businesses. They want ideas to make this easier, like using computers to help out.