FCC Information Collection Review Under Paperwork Reduction Act
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is conducting a mandatory review of its ongoing information collection activities as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This notice invites public comment and input from other federal agencies on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the data the FCC collects from regulated entities and the public. The review focuses on five specific areas: whether the information collected is truly necessary for the FCC's regulatory functions, whether the FCC's burden estimates accurately reflect the time and cost imposed on respondents, and whether there are opportunities to improve the quality and clarity of the data gathered. Additionally, the FCC is seeking suggestions on how to reduce administrative burden through automation or modern information technology solutions. Special attention is given to reducing compliance costs for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees, reflecting a statutory obligation to consider the impact on small entities. This is a procedural administrative notice rather than a new regulatory requirement. Its primary purpose is to fulfill PRA obligations and gather stakeholder feedback before formally submitting information collection requests to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval.
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Key Changes
- FCC opens public comment period for review of existing information collection burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act
- Public and federal agencies invited to submit comments on whether collected information has practical utility for FCC functions
- Respondents may challenge the accuracy of FCC's current burden hour/cost estimates for compliance
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Obligations
What this law requires
Conduct a mandatory review of all ongoing information collection activities under the Paperwork Reduction Act requirements
Invite and accept public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of FCC data collection activities
Solicit input from other federal agencies on information collection activities before submitting requests to OMB
Evaluate whether collected information is necessary for proper performance of FCC regulatory functions and has practical utility
Assess the accuracy of burden estimates to ensure they reflect actual time and costs imposed on respondents