Federal Register #3060-1035

FCC Seeks Comments on International Broadcast Station Information Collection

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its information collection requirements for international broadcast stations. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - OEMs and Vendors: - FCC (as the regulatory agency and system provider) - Products/Services Requested: - No commercial products or services are being procured - Request for comments on information collection processes for: - Construction permits - Station licenses - License renewals - Frequency coordination requests - Forms: 309IBFS, 310IBFS, 311IBFS, 426 - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Electronic filing via the International Bureau Filing System (IBFS) - Applicants must submit frequency requests, compliance certifications, antenna performance data, and operational reports - Focus on reducing paperwork burdens, especially for small businesses (fewer than 25 employees) - Seeks suggestions for improving regulatory processes and minimizing respondent burden

Description

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on an information collection related to Part 73, Subpart F International Broadcast Stations. This collection involves applications and reports for international broadcast stations, including construction permits, licenses, renewals, and frequency coordination requests. The FCC has updated its International Bureau Filing System (IBFS) to allow electronic filing of these forms, aiming to reduce paperwork burdens, especially for small businesses. Comments are requested by May 29, 2026.

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