Federal Register #OMB 30601124

FCC Request for Comments on Information Collection for Class B AIS Equipment Technical Requirements

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency input on its information collection requirements for Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) equipment used in the Marine Radio Service. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the notice targets all manufacturers of Class B AIS transmitters - Products/Services Requested: - No direct procurement of products or services - Focus is on regulatory compliance for Class B AIS equipment - Manufacturers must: - Label AIS devices with warnings about the importance of accurate data entry - Submit certification applications to the U.S. Coast Guard - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The FCC is seeking ways to minimize paperwork burdens and improve the quality and clarity of collected information - Special emphasis on reducing impact on small businesses - Information collection is required under the Communications Act of 1934 - Feedback is requested on the necessity, utility, and burden of these requirements

Description

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on an information collection related to the technical requirements for Class B Automatic Identification System (AIS) equipment. This collection involves manufacturers labeling AIS devices with warnings about accurate data entry and submitting certification applications to the U.S. Coast Guard. The FCC aims to reduce paperwork burdens and improve the quality and utility of the information collected, particularly focusing on minimizing the burden for small businesses.

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