Federal Register #MD Docket No. 26-94

FCC Requests Public Comment on FY 2026 Regulatory Fee Schedule Revisions

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on proposed changes to its fiscal year 2026 regulatory fee schedule. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Headquarters at 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC - Scope of Request: - Solicits public input on revisions to the methodology for calculating regulatory fees - Proposes reallocating full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) among core licensing bureaus to better align with oversight responsibilities - Considers changes to fee calculations for television broadcasters and Commercial Mobile Radio Service (CMRS) providers - Total regulatory fees to be collected: $416,112,000 (matching FY 2026 salaries and expenses appropriation) - Notable Requirements: - No products or services are being procured; this is a rulemaking and public comment opportunity - The FCC encourages feedback on the proposed methodology and fee schedule - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement of goods or services - Locations: - FCC Headquarters, 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC (primary office and place of performance) - Additional address: 9050 Junction Drive, Annapolis Junction, MD (delivery location, though not directly relevant to this notice)

Description

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to the fee schedule for fiscal year 2026 regulatory fees. The proposal includes reallocating full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) to better reflect oversight and regulation of fee payors, and adjustments to the methodology for calculating fees, including those for television broadcasters and Commercial Mobile Radio Service providers. Comments are due by May 28, 2026, with reply comments due by June 12, 2026. The FCC aims to collect regulatory fees totaling $416,112,000, matching its FY 2026 salaries and expenses appropriation.

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