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FCC Requests Public Comment on Submarine Cable License Information Collection

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public input on a proposed one-time information collection related to submarine cable licenses. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Purpose: - Collect data on entities that own or operate Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE) on existing licensed submarine cable systems - Support national security and infrastructure modernization efforts - Stakeholders: - Business entities, state, local, and tribal governments, and other interested parties - Key Requirements: - Comments requested on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - Suggestions sought for minimizing burden, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees - Products/Services: - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors identified - No procurement of goods or services; focus is on regulatory compliance and information gathering

Description

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is requesting public comments on a new one-time information collection related to submarine cable licenses. This collection aims to gather data on entities owning or operating Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE) on existing licensed cable systems to enhance national security and infrastructure deployment. The FCC seeks input on the necessity, utility, burden, and ways to reduce the information collection burden, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Comments are due by October 5, 2026.

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