Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-13725
FCC Requests Comments on Information Collection for Licensing and Text-to-911
Buyer
Federal Communications Commission
Posted
July 08, 2026
Respond By
August 07, 2026
Identifier
2026-13725
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its information collection activities related to radio service licensing and Text-to-911 deployment. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Products/Services Requested: - Feedback and comments on FCC Form 605 (Ship, Aircraft, Amateur, Restricted and Commercial Radio Operator, and General Mobile Radio Services) - Feedback on FCC Form 2100, Schedule 318 (Low Power FM Station Construction Permit Application) - Input on Text-to-911 deployment reporting requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on reducing paperwork and information collection burdens, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees - Solicitation of suggestions to improve the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of these collections - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a regulatory feedback request rather than a procurement of goods or services.
Description
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requesting comments on its information collection efforts as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC specifically seeks input on reducing the information collection burden for small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The collections include forms related to licensing for various radio services and deployment of Text-to-911 services. Comments are due by August 7, 2026.