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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting public comments on an information collection effort aimed at reducing paperwork burdens, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection involves evaluating whether the information gathered is necessary and useful for the FCC's functions, and seeks feedback on improving the quality and clarity of information while reducing the burden, especially on small businesses. The initiative relates to the Connect America Fund and involves respondents from businesses who, in exchange for support, must meet specific service obligations to provide broadband in rural areas. The FCC is accepting written comments until February 10, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking for public comments on an information collection related to equal employment opportunity (EEO) policies. The FCC aims to assess the necessity and utility of the information collected and to explore ways to lessen the burden on respondents, especially small businesses. This collection involves annual and periodic reporting requirements and affects businesses like broadcast stations and multichannel video program distributors. Public comments are due by March 17, 2025, and are intended to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the data collection process.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a new information collection related to their concessions program, as part of their efforts to reduce paperwork and gather comments from the public. This program involves private businesses and nonprofits managing recreation facilities within National Wildlife Refuges. They aim to collect information to ensure operations minimize wildlife disturbance, offer high-quality visitor experiences, and comply with financial and management requirements. Comments are invited from the public until February 3, 2021, focusing on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve the information collection process.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requesting public comments on their efforts to collect information, as part of their ongoing mission to reduce paperwork, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Feedback is specifically sought on whether the information collection is vital for the FCC's functions, its accuracy, and its impact on small businesses. The FCC highlights the obligations under certain sections of the Communications Act, detailing requirements for toll-free numbers and pay-per-call services, to protect consumer rights and ensure clear billing information. Public comments should be sent by February 3, 2025.

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 (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.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection effort as part of its ongoing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC is specifically looking for feedback on the necessity, utility, clarity, and burden estimates of the proposed information collection, as well as suggestions for minimizing its impact on small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Interested parties have until March 17, 2025, to submit their comments. This initiative requires the submission of information for statutory obligations and involves businesses or other for-profit entities related to utility pole attachments.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking feedback from the public and other federal agencies on an information collection effort to reduce paperwork burdens, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Comments must be submitted by February 3, 2025. This initiative is part of the FCC's compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and involves a review under the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002. The information collection focuses on the marketing and importing of RF devices before equipment authorization, with a goal of refining marketing and importation rules to benefit equipment manufacturers.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting public comments on its information collection process as part of efforts to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments are encouraged on whether the data collection is necessary, how to improve its clarity and utility, and ways to reduce the burden on small businesses. The collection processes include FCC Forms 479, 486, and 500, used to support the E-Rate program, which helps schools and libraries with technology and internet services and ensures compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act. Feedback is due by February 3, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking for public comments about their information collection efforts as part of reducing paperwork, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This includes feedback on the necessity and accuracy of the FCC's data collection, how to improve the process, and how to lessen its burden on small businesses. The information collection focuses on the E-Rate program, which helps schools and libraries receive discounts on communication services. The FCC has revised the forms used in this program to ensure compliance and prevent fraud, increasing the expected public burden to 195,615 hours annually.