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                      the document amends, proposes to amend, or is directly
                      related to
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 Federal Communications Commission 47 CFR Ch. I
 AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission.
 ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.
 SUMMARY: Twice a year, in spring and fall, the Commission publishes in the 
                            **Federal Register**
                             a list in the Unified Agenda of those major items and other significant proceedings under development or review that pertain to the Regulatory Flexibility Act (U.S.C. 602). The Unified Agenda also provides the Code of Federal Regulations citations and legal authorities that govern these proceedings. The complete Unified Agenda will be published on the Internet in a searchable format at 
                            *www.reginfo.gov*.
 ADDRESSES: Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554.
 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maura McGowan, Telecommunications Specialist, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, (202) 418-0990.


SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  Unified Agenda of Major and Other Significant Proceedings The Commission encourages public participation in its rulemaking process. To help keep the public informed of significant rulemaking proceedings, the Commission has prepared a list of important proceedings now in progress. The General Services Administration publishes the Unified Agenda in the 
                        **Federal Register**
                         in the spring and fall of each year. The following terms may be helpful in understanding the status of the proceedings included in this report: *Docket Number*
                        —assigned to a proceeding if the Commission has issued either a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or a Notice of Inquiry concerning the matter under consideration. The Commission has used docket numbers since January 1, 1978. Docket numbers consist of the last two digits of the calendar year in which the docket was established plus a sequential number that begins at 1 with the first docket initiated during a calendar year (
                        *e.g.,*
                         Docket No. 96-1 or Docket No. 99-1). The abbreviation for the responsible bureau usually precedes the docket number, as in “MB Docket No. 96-222,” which indicates that the responsible bureau is the Media Bureau. A docket number consisting of only five digits (
                        *e.g.,*
                         Docket No. 29622) indicates that the docket was established before January 1, 1978. *Notice of Inquiry (NOI)*
                        —issued by the Commission when it is seeking information on a broad subject or trying to generate ideas on a given topic. A comment period is specified during which all interested parties may submit comments. *Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)*
                        —issued by the Commission when it is proposing a specific change to Commission rules and regulations. Before any changes are actually made, interested parties may submit written comments on the proposed revisions. *Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM)*
                        —issued by the Commission when additional comment in the proceeding is sought. *Memorandum Opinion and Order (MO&O)—*
                        issued by the Commission to deny a petition for rulemaking, conclude an inquiry, modify a decision, or address a petition for reconsideration of a decision. *Rulemaking (RM) Number*
                        —assigned to a proceeding after the appropriate bureau or office has reviewed a petition for rulemaking, but before the Commission has taken action on the petition. *Report and Order (R&O)*
                        —issued by the Commission to state a new or amended rule or state that the Commission rules and regulations will not be revised. Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary, Federal Communications Commission.
 Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.448
Implementation of the Telecom Act of 1996; Access to Telecommunications Service, Telecommunications Equipment, and Customer Premises Equipment by Persons With Disabilities (WT Docket No. 96-198)
3060-AG58449
Rules and Regulations Implementing the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) of 1991 (CG Docket No. 02-278)
3060-AI14450
Rules and Regulations Implementing Section 225 of the Communications Act (Telecommunications Relay Service) (CG Docket No. 03-123)
3060-AI15451
Consumer Information and Disclosure and Truth in Billing and Billing Format
3060-AI61452
Closed-Captioning of Video Programming (Section 610 Review)
3060-AI72453
Accessibility of Programming Providing Emergency Information
3060-AI75454
Empowering Consumers to Avoid Bill Shock (Docket No. 10-207)
3060-AJ51455
Contributions to the Telecommunications Relay Services Fund (CG Docket No. 11-47)
3060-AJ63456
Empowering Consumers to Prevent and Detect Billing for Unauthorized Charges (“Cramming”)
3060-AJ72457
Implementation of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012/Establishment of a Public Safety Answering Point Do-Not-Call Registry
3060-AJ84458
Implementation of Sections 716 and 717 of the Communications Act of 1934, as Enacted by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CG Docket No. 10-213)
3060-AK00459
Misuse of Internet Protocol (IP) Captioned Telephone Service; Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services
3060-AK01
 Office of Engineering and Technology—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.460
New Advanced Wireless Services (ET Docket No. 00-258)
3060-AH65461
Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields
3060-AI17( print page 76813)462
Unlicensed Operation in the TV Broadcast Bands (ET Docket No. 04-186)
3060-AI52463
Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service (ET Docket No. 10-142)
3060-AJ46464
Innovation in the Broadcast Television Bands (ET Docket No. 10-235)
3060-AJ57465
Radio Experimentation and Market Trials Under Part 5 of the Commission's Rules and Streamlining Other Related Rules (ET Docket No. 10-236)
3060-AJ62466
Operation of Radar Systems in the 76-77 GHz Band (ET Docket No. 11-90)
3060-AJ68467
WRC-07 Implementation (ET Docket No. 12-338)
3060-AJ93468
Federal Earth Stations-Non Federal Fixed Satellite Service Space Stations; Spectrum for Non-Federal Space Launch Operations; ET Docket No. 13-115
3060-AK09469
Authorization of Radiofrequency Equipment; ET Docket No. 13-44
3060-AK10
 International Bureau—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.470
Space Station Licensing Reform (IB Docket No. 02-34)
3060-AH98471
Reporting Requirements for U.S. Providers of International Telecommunications Services (IB Docket No. 04-112)
3060-AI42472
International Settlements Policy Reform (IB Docket No. 11-80)
3060-AJ77473
Revisions to Parts 2 and 25 of the Commission's Rules to Govern the Use of Earth Stations Aboard Aircraft (IB Docket No. 12-376)
3060-AJ96474
Reform of Rules and Policies on Foreign Carrier Entry Into the U.S. Telecommunications Market (IB Docket 12-299)
3060-AJ97475
Comprehensive Review of Licensing and Operating Rules for Satellite Services (IB Docket No. 12-267)
3060-AJ98476
Expanding Broadband and Innovation through Air-Ground Mobile Broadband Secondary Service for Passengers Aboard Aircraft in the 14.0-14.5 GHz Band; GN Docket No. 13-114
3060-AK02477
Terrestrial Use of the 2473-2495 MHz Band for Low-Power Mobile Broadband Networks; Amendments to Rules of Mobile Satellite Service System; IB Docket No. 13-213
3060-AK16
 International Bureau—Completed Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.478
Review of Foreign Ownership Policies for Common Carrier and Aeronautical Radio Licensees Under Section 310(b)(4) of the Communications Act of 1934, as Amended (IB Docket No. 11-133)
3060-AJ70
 Media Bureau—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.479
Competitive Availability of Navigation Devices (CS Docket No. 97-80)
3060-AG28480
Broadcast Ownership Rules
3060-AH97481
Establishment of Rules for Digital Low-Power Television, Television Translator, and Television Booster Stations (MB Docket No. 03-185)
3060-AI38482
Joint Sales Agreements in Local Television Markets (MB Docket No. 04-256)
3060-AI55483
Promoting Diversification of Ownership in the Broadcast Services (MB Docket No. 07-294)
3060-AJ27484
Amendment of the Commission's Rules Related to Retransmission Consent (MB Docket No. 10-71)
3060-AJ55485
Video Description: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No.11-43)
3060-AJ56486
Closed Captioning of Internet Protocol-Delivered Video Programming: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No. 11-154)
3060-AJ67487
Accessibility of User Interfaces and Video Programming Guides and Menus (MB Docket No. 12-108)
3060-AK11488
Network Non-Duplication and Syndicated Exclusivity Rule (MB Docket No. 14-29)
3060-AK18
 Office of Managing Director—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.489
Assessment and Collection of Regulatory Fees
3060-AI79490
Amendment of Part 1 of the Commission's Rules, Concerning Practice and Procedure, Amendment of CORES Registration System; MD Docket No. 10-234
3060-AJ54
 
 
 Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.491
Revision of the Rules To Ensure Compatibility With Enhanced 911 Emergency Calling Systems
3060-AG34492
Enhanced 911 Services for Wireline
3060-AG60493
In the Matter of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act
3060-AG74494
Implementation of 911 Act (CC Docket No. 92-105, WT Docket No. 00-110)
3060-AH90495
E911 Requirements for IP-Enabled Service Providers (Dockets Nos. GN 11-117, PS 07-114, WC 05-196, WC 04-36)
3060-AI62496
Commercial Mobile Alert System
3060-AJ03497
Wireless E911 Location Accuracy Requirements; PS Docket No. 07-114
3060-AJ52498
Private Land Radio Services/Miscellaneous Wireless Communications Services
3060-AJ99499
Proposed Amendments to Service Rules Governing Public Safety Narrowband Operations in the 769-775 and 799-805 MHz Bands
3060-AK19
 Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau—Completed Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.500
Development of Operational, Technical, and Spectrum Requirements for Public Safety Communications Requirements
3060-AG85
 Wireless Telecommunications Bureau—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.501
Reexamination of Roaming Obligations of Commercial Mobile Radio Service Providers
3060-AH83502
Review of Part 87 of the Commission's Rules Concerning Aviation (WT Docket No. 01-289)
3060-AI35503
Implementation of the Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA) and Modernization of the Commission's Competitive Bidding Rules and Procedures (WT Docket No. 05-211)
3060-AI88504
Facilitating the Provision of Fixed and Mobile Broadband Access, Educational, and Other Advanced Services in the 2150-2162 and 2500-2690 MHz Bands
3060-AJ12505
Amendment of the Rules Regarding Maritime Automatic Identification Systems (WT Docket No. 04-344)
3060-AJ16506
Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 2155-2175 MHz Band; WT Docket No. 13-185
3060-AJ19507
Rules Authorizing the Operation of Low Power Auxiliary Stations in the 698-806 MHz Band (WT Docket No. 08-166) Public Interest Spectrum Coalition, Petition for Rulemaking Regarding Low Power Auxiliary
3060-AJ21508
Amendment of the Commission's Rules to Improve Public Safety Communications in the 800 MHz Band, and to Consolidate the 800 MHz and 900 MHz Business and Industrial/Land Transportation Pool Channels
3060-AJ22509
Amendment of Part 101 to Accommodate 30 MHz Channels in the 6525-6875 MHz Band and Provide Conditional Authorization on Channels in the 21.8-22.0 and 23.0-23.2 GHz Band (WT Docket No. 04-114)
3060-AJ28510
In the Matter of Service Rules for the 698 to 746, 747 to 762, and 777 to 792 MHz Bands
3060-AJ35511
National Environmental Act Compliance for Proposed Tower Registrations; In the Matter of Effects on Migratory Birds
3060-AJ36512
Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules
3060-AJ37513
Amendment of Part 101 of the Commission's Rules for Microwave Use and Broadcast Auxiliary Service Flexibility
3060-AJ47514
2004 and 2006 Biennial Regulatory Reviews—Streamlining and Other Revisions of the Commission's Rules Governing Construction, Marking, and Lighting of Antenna Structures
3060-AJ50515
Universal Service Reform Mobility Fund (WT Docket No. 10-208)
3060-AJ58516
Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service Bands at 1525-1559 MHz and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz, 1610-1626.5 MHz and 2483.5-2500 MHz, and 2000-2020 MHz and 2180-2200 MHz
3060-AJ59517
Improving Spectrum Efficiency Through Flexible Channel Spacing and Bandwidth Utilization for Economic Area-Based 800 MHz Specialized Mobile Radio Licensees (WT Docket Nos. 12-64 and 11-110)
3060-AJ71518
Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 2000-2020 MHz and 2180-2200 MHz Bands
3060-AJ73519
Promoting Interoperability in the 700 MHz Commercial Spectrum; Requests for Waiver and Extension of Lower 700 MHz Band Interim Construction Benchmark Deadlines (WT Docket Nos. 12-69 & 12-332)
3060-AJ78520
Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 Related to the 1915-1920 MHz and 1995-2000 MHz Bands (WT Docket No. 12-357)
3060-AJ86521
Amendment of Parts 1, 2, 22, 24, 27, 90 and 95 of the Commission's Rules to Improve Wireless Coverage Through the Use of Signal Boosters (WT Docket No. 10-4)
3060-AJ87522
Amendment of the Commission's Rules Governing Certain Aviation Ground Station Equipment (Squitter) (WT Docket Nos. 10-61 and 09-42)
3060-AJ88523
Amendment of the Commission's Rules Concerning Commercial Radio Operators (WT Docket No. 10-177)
3060-AJ91524
Radiolocation Operations in the 78-81 GHz Band; WT Docket No. 11-202
3060-AK04525
Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules to Permit Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) Technology; WT Docket No. 11-6
3060-AK05526
Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Wireless Contraband Device Use in Correctional Facilities
3060-AK06
 
 
 Wireless Telecommunications Bureau—Completed Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.527
Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 1915 to 1920 MHz, 1995 to 2000 MHz, 2020 to 2025 MHz, and 2175 to 2180 MHz Bands
3060-AJ20
 Wireline Competition Bureau—Proposed Rule Stage
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.528
Comprehensive Review of the Part 32 Uniform System of Accounts (WC Docket No. 14-130)
3060-AK20
 Wireline Competition Bureau—Long-Term Actions
Sequence No.
Title
Regulation 
                                 Identifier No.529
Implementation of the Universal Service Portions of the 1996 Telecommunications Act
3060-AF85530
2000 Biennial Regulatory Review—Telecommunications Service Quality Reporting Requirements
3060-AH72531
Access Charge Reform and Universal Service Reform
3060-AH74532
National Exchange Carrier Association Petition
3060-AI47533
IP-Enabled Services; WC Docket No. 04-36
3060-AI48534
Establishing Just and Reasonable Rates for Local Exchange Carriers (WC Docket No. 07-135)
3060-AJ02535
Jurisdictional Separations
3060-AJ06536
Service Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Infrastructure and Operating Data Gathering (WC Docket Nos. 08-190, 07-139, 07-204, 07-273, 07-21)
3060-AJ14537
Form 477; Development of Nationwide Broadband Data To Evaluate Reasonable and Timely Deployment of Advanced Services to All Americans
3060-AJ15538
Preserving the Open Internet; Broadband Industry Practices
3060-AJ30539
Local Number Portability Porting Interval and Validation Requirements (WC Docket No. 07-244)
3060-AJ32540
Electronic Tariff Filing System (WC Docket No. 10-141)
3060-AJ41541
Implementation of Section 224 of the Act; A National Broadband Plan for Our Future (WC Docket No. 07-245, GN Docket No. 09-51)
3060-AJ64542
Rural Call Completion; WC Docket No. 13-39
3060-AJ89543
Rates for Inmate Calling Services; WC Docket No. 12-375
3060-AK08544
Protecting and Promoting the Open Internet; (WC Docket No. 14-28)
3060-AK21
 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau Long-Term Actions 448. Implementation of the Telecom Act of 1996; Access to Telecommunications Service, Telecommunications Equipment, and Customer Premises Equipment by Persons With Disabilities (WT Docket No. 96-198) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 255; 47 U.S.C. 251(a)(2) *Abstract:*
                         These proceedings implement the provisions of sections 255 and 251(a)(2) of the Communications Act and related sections of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 regarding the accessibility of telecommunications equipment and services to persons with disabilities. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteR&O
08/14/96
61 FR 42181NOI
09/26/96
61 FR 50465NPRM
05/22/98
63 FR 28456R&O
11/19/99
64 FR 63235Further NOI
11/19/99
64 FR 63277Public Notice
01/07/02
67 FR 678R&O
08/06/07
72 FR 43546Petition for Waiver
11/01/07
72 FR 61813Public Notice
11/01/07
72 FR 61882Final Rule
04/21/08
73 FR 21251Public Notice
08/01/08
73 FR 45008Extension of Waiver
05/15/08
73 FR 28057Extension of Waiver
05/06/09
74 FR 20892Public Notice
05/07/09
74 FR 21364Extension of Waiver
07/29/09
74 FR 37624NPRM
03/14/11
76 FR 13800NPRM Comment Period Extended
04/12/11
76 FR 20297FNPRM
12/30/11
76 FR 82240Comment Period End
03/14/12R&O
12/30/11
76 FR 82354Announcement of Effective Date
04/25/12
77 FR 246322nd R&O
05/22/13
78 FR 30226FNPRM
12/20/13
78 FR 77074FNPRM Comment Period End
02/18/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Cheryl J. King, Deputy Chief, Disability Rights Office, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2284, 
                        *TDD Phone:*
                         202 418-0416, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-0037, 
                        *Email: cheryl.king@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AG58 449. Rules and Regulations Implementing the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) of 1991 (CG Docket No. 02-278) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 227 *Abstract:*
                         On July 3, 2003, the Commission released a Report and Order establishing, along with the FTC, a national do-not-call registry. The Commission's Report and Order also adopted rules on the use of predictive dialers, the transmission of caller ID 
                        ( print page 76816)
                        information by telemarketers, and the sending of unsolicited fax advertisements. On September 21, 2004, the Commission released an Order amending existing safe harbor rules for telemarketers subject to the do-not-call registry to require such telemarketers to access the do-not-call list every 31 days, rather than every 3 months. On April 5, 2006, the Commission adopted a Report and Order and Third Order on Reconsideration amending its facsimile advertising rules to implement the Junk Fax Protection Act of 2005. On October 14, 2008, the Commission released an Order on Reconsideration addressing certain issues raised in petitions for reconsideration and/or clarification of the Report and Order and Third Order on Reconsideration. On January 4, 2008, the Commission released a Declaratory Ruling, clarifying that autodialed and prerecorded message calls to wireless numbers that are provided by the called party to a creditor in connection with an existing debt are permissible as calls made with the “prior express consent” of the called party. Following a December 4, 2007, NPRM, on June 17, 2008, the Commission released a Report and Order amending its rules to require sellers and/or telemarketers to honor registrations with the National Do-Not-Call Registry indefinitely, unless the registration is cancelled by the consumer or the number is removed by the database administrator. Following a January 22, 2010, NPRM, the Commission released a Report and Order (on February 15, 2012) requiring telemarketers to obtain prior express written consent, including by electronic means, before making an autodialed or prerecorded telemarketing call to a wireless number or before making a prerecorded telemarketing call to a residential line; eliminating the “established business relationship” exemption to the consent requirement for prerecorded telemarketing calls to residential lines; requiring telemarketers to provide an automated, interactive “opt-out” mechanism during autodialed or prerecorded telemarketing calls to wireless numbers and during prerecorded telemarketing calls to residential lines; and requiring that the abandoned call rate for telemarketing calls be calculated on a “per-campaign” basis. On November 29, 2012, the Commission released a Declaratory Ruling clarifying that sending a one-time text message confirming a consumer's request that no further text messages be sent does not violate the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) or the Commission's rules as long as the confirmation text only confirms receipt of the consumer's opt-out request, and does not contain marketing, solicitations, or an attempt to convince the consumer to reconsider his or her opt-out decision. The ruling applies only when the sender of the text messages has obtained prior express consent, as required by the TCPA and Commission rules, from the consumer to be sent text messages using an automatic telephone dialing system. On May 9, 2013, the Commission released a declaratory ruling clarifying that while a seller does not generally “initiate” calls made through a third-party telemarketer, within the meaning of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), it nonetheless may be held vicariously liable under Federal common law principles of agency for violations of either section 227(b) or section 227(c) that are committed by third-party telemarketers. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/08/02
67 FR 62667FNPRM
04/03/03
68 FR 16250Order
07/25/03
68 FR 44144Order Effective
08/25/03Order on Recon
08/25/03
68 FR 50978Order
10/14/03
68 FR 59130FNPRM
03/31/04
69 FR 16873Order
10/08/04
69 FR 60311Order
10/28/04
69 FR 62816Order on Recon
04/13/05
70 FR 19330Order
06/30/05
70 FR 37705NPRM
12/19/05
70 FR 75102Public Notice
04/26/06
71 FR 24634Order
05/03/06
71 FR 25967NPRM
12/14/07
72 FR 71099Declaratory Ruling
02/01/08
73 FR 6041R&O
07/14/08
73 FR 40183Order on Recon
10/30/08
73 FR 64556NPRM
03/22/10
75 FR 13471R&O
06/11/12
77 FR 34233Public Notice
06/30/10
75 FR 34244Public Notice (Recon Petitions Filed)
10/03/12
77 FR 60343Announcement of Effective Date
10/16/12
77 FR 63240Opposition End Date
10/18/12Rule Corrections
11/08/12
77 FR 66935Declaratory Ruling (Release Date)
11/29/12Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Kurt Schroeder, Chief, Consumer Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0966, 
                        *Email: kurt.schroeder@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI14 450. Rules and Regulations Implementing Section 225 of the Communications Act (Telecommunications Relay Service) (CG Docket No. 03-123) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 225 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding established a new docket flowing from the previous telecommunications relay service (TRS) history, CC Docket No. 98-67. This proceeding continues the Commission's inquiry into improving the quality of TRS and furthering the goal of functional equivalency, consistent with Congress' mandate that TRS regulations encourage the use of existing technology and not discourage or impair the development of new technology. In this docket, the Commission explores ways to improve emergency preparedness for TRS facilities and services, new TRS technologies, public access to information and outreach, and issues related to payments from the Interstate TRS Fund. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/25/03
68 FR 50993R&O, Order on Recon
09/01/04
69 FR 53346FNPRM
09/01/04
69 FR 53382Public Notice
02/17/05
70 FR 8034Declaratory Ruling/Interpretation
02/25/05
70 FR 9239Public Notice
03/07/05
70 FR 10930Order
03/23/05
70 FR 14568Public Notice/Announcement of Date
04/06/05
70 FR 17334Order
07/01/05
70 FR 38134Order on Recon
08/31/05
70 FR 51643R&O
08/31/05
70 FR 51649Order
09/14/05
70 FR 54294Order
09/14/05
70 FR 54298Public Notice
10/12/05
70 FR 59346R&O/Order on Recon
12/23/05
70 FR 76208Order
12/28/05
70 FR 76712Order
12/29/05
70 FR 77052NPRM
02/01/06
71 FR 5221Declaratory Ruling/Clarification
05/31/06
71 FR 30818FNPRM
05/31/06
71 FR 30848FNPRM
06/01/06
71 FR 31131Declaratory Ruling/Dismissal of Petition
06/21/06
71 FR 35553Clarification
06/28/06
71 FR 36690Declaratory Ruling on Recon
07/06/06
71 FR 38268Order on Recon
08/16/06
71 FR 47141MO&O
08/16/06
71 FR 47145Clarification
08/23/06
71 FR 49380FNPRM
09/13/06
71 FR 54009Final Rule; Clarification
02/14/07
72 FR 6960Order
03/14/07
72 FR 11789R&O
08/06/07
72 FR 43546Public Notice
08/16/07
72 FR 46060( print page 76817)Order
11/01/07
72 FR 61813Public Notice
01/04/08
73 FR 863R&O/Declaratory Ruling
01/17/08
73 FR 3197Order
02/19/08
73 FR 9031Order
04/21/08
73 FR 21347R&O
04/21/08
73 FR 21252Order
04/23/08
73 FR 21843Public Notice
04/30/08
73 FR 23361Order
05/15/08
73 FR 28057Declaratory Ruling
07/08/08
73 FR 38928FNPRM
07/18/08
73 FR 41307R&O
07/18/08
73 FR 41286Public Notice
08/01/08
73 FR 45006Public Notice
08/05/08
73 FR 45354Public Notice
10/10/08
73 FR 60172Order
10/23/08
73 FR 630782nd R&O and Order on Recon
12/30/08
73 FR 79683Order
05/06/09
74 FR 20892Public Notice
05/07/09
74 FR 21364NPRM
05/21/09
74 FR 23815Public Notice
05/21/09
74 FR 23859Public Notice
06/12/09
74 FR 28046Order
07/29/09
74 FR 37624Public Notice
08/07/09
74 FR 39699Order
09/18/09
74 FR 47894Order
10/26/09
74 FR 54913Public Notice
05/12/10
75 FR 26701Order Denying Stay Motion (Release Date)
07/09/10Order
08/13/10
75 FR 49491Order
09/03/10
75 FR 54040NPRM
11/02/10
75 FR 67333NPRM
05/02/11
76 FR 24442Order
07/25/11
76 FR 44326Final Rule (Order)
09/27/11
76 FR 59551Final Rule; Announcement of Effective Date
11/22/11
76 FR 72124Proposed Rule (Public Notice)
02/28/12
77 FR 11997Proposed Rule (FNPRM)
02/01/12
77 FR 4948First R&O
07/25/12
77 FR 43538Public Notice
10/29/12
77 FR 65526Order on Reconsideration
12/26/12
77 FR 75894Order
02/05/13
78 FR 8030Order (Interim Rule)
02/05/13
78 FR 8032NPRM
02/05/13
78 FR 8090Announcement of Effective Date
03/07/13
78 FR 14701NPRM Comment Period End
03/13/13FNPRM
07/05/13
78 FR 40407FNPRM Comment Period End
09/18/13R&O
07/05/13
78 FR 40582R&O
08/15/13
78 FR 49693FNPRM
08/15/13
78 FR 49717FNPRM Comment Period End
09/30/13R&O
08/30/13
78 FR 53684FNPRM
09/03/13
78 FR 54201NPRM
10/23/13
78FR 63152FNPRM Comment Period End
11/18/13Petiton for Recon; Request for Comment
12/16/13
78 FR 76096Petition for Recon Request for Comment
12/16/13
78 FR 76097Request for Clarification; Request for Comment; Correction
12/30/13
78 FR 79362Petition for Recon Comment Period End
01/10/14NPRM Comment Period End
01/21/14Announcement of Effective Date
08/11/14
79 FR 40003Announcement of Effective Date
08/28/14
79 FR 51446Correction—Announcement of Effective Date
08/28/14
79 FR 51450Technical Amendments
09/09/14
79 FR 53303Public Notice
09/15/14
79 FR 54979Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Karen Peltz Strauss, Deputy Chief, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2388, 
                        *Email: karen.strauss@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI15 451. Consumer Information and Disclosure and Truth in Billing and Billing Format *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 258 *Abstract:*
                         In 1999, the Commission adopted truth-in-billing rules to address concerns that there is consumer confusion relating to billing for telecommunications services. On March 18, 2005, the Commission released an Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) to further facilitate the ability of telephone consumers to make informed choices among competitive service offerings. On August 28, 2009, the Commission released a Notice of Inquiry that asks questions about information available to consumers at all stages of the purchasing process for all communications services, including: (1) Choosing a provider; (2) choosing a service plan; (3) managing use of the service plan; and (4) deciding whether and when to switch an existing provider or plan. On October 14, 2010, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing rules that would require mobile service providers to provide usage alerts and information that will assist consumers in avoiding unexpected charges on their bills. On July 12, 2011, the Commission released an NPRM proposing rules that would assist consumers in detecting and preventing the placement of unauthorized charges on their telephone bills, an unlawful and fraudulent practice, commonly referred to as “cramming.” On April 27, 2012, the Commission adopted rules to address “cramming” on wireline telephone bills and released an FNPRM seeking comment on additional measures to protect wireline and wireless consumers from unauthorized charges. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteFNPRM
05/25/05
70 FR 30044R&O
05/25/05
70 FR 29979NOI
08/28/09Public Notice
05/20/10
75 FR 28249Public Notice
06/11/10
75 FR 33303NPRM
11/26/10
75 FR 72773NPRM
08/23/11
76 FR 52625NPRM Comment Period End
11/21/11Order (Reply Comment Period Extended)
11/30/11
76 FR 74017Reply Comment Period End
12/05/11R&O
05/24/12
77 FR 30915FNPRM
05/24/12
77 FR 30972FNPRM Comment Period End
07/09/12Order (Comment Period Extended)
07/17/12
77 FR 41955Comment Period End
07/20/12Announcement of Effective Dates
10/26/12
77 FR 65230Correction of Final Rule
11/30/12
77 FR 71353Correction of Final Rule
11/30/12
77 FR 71354Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         John B Adams, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2854, 
                        *Email: johnb.adams@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI61 452. Closed-Captioning of Video Programming (Section 610 Review) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 613 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission's closed-captioning rules are designed to make video programming more accessible to deaf and hard-of-hearing Americans. This proceeding resolves some issues 
                        ( print page 76818)
                        regarding the Commission's closed-captioning rules that were raised for comment in 2005, and also seeks comment on how a certain exemption from the closed-captioning rules should be applied to digital multicast broadcast channels. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/03/97
62 FR 4959R&O
09/16/97
62 FR 48487Order on Recon
10/20/98
63 FR 55959NPRM
09/26/05
70 FR 56150Order and Declaratory Ruling
01/13/09
74 FR 1594NPRM
01/13/09
74 FR 1654Final Rule Correction
09/11/09
74 FR 46703Final Rule Announcement of Effective Date
02/19/10
75 FR 7370Order
02/19/10
75 FR 7368Order Suspending Effective Date
02/19/10
75 FR 7369Waiver Order
10/04/10
75 FR 61101Public Notice
11/17/10
75 FR 70168Interim Final Rule (Order)
11/01/11
76 FR 67376Final Rule (MO&O)
11/01/11
76 FR 67377NPRM
11/01/11
76 FR 67397NPRM Comment Period End
12/16/11Public Notice
05/04/12
77 FR 26550Public Notice
12/15/12
77 FR 72348FNPRM
03/27/14
79 FR 17094FNPRM Comment Period End
08/25/14R&O
03/31/14
79 FR 17911Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Eliot Greenwald, Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2235, 
                        *Email: eliot.greenwald@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI72 453. Accessibility of Programming Providing Emergency Information *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 613 *Abstract:*
                         In this proceeding, the Commission adopted rules detailing how video programming distributors must make emergency information accessible to persons with hearing and visual disabilities. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteFNPRM
01/21/98
63 FR 3070NPRM
12/01/99
64 FR 67236NPRM Correction
12/22/99
64 FR 71712Second R&O
05/09/00
65 FR 26757R&O
09/11/00
65 FR 54805Final Rule; Correction
09/20/00
65 FR 5680NPRM
11/28/12
77 FR 70970NPRM Comment Period Extended
12/20/12
77 FR 75404NPRM Comment Period Extension End
01/07/13R&O
05/24/13
78 FR 31770FNPRM
05/24/13
78 FR 31800FNPRM
12/20/13
78 FR 77074FNPRM Comment Period End
02/18/14NPRM
06/18/13
78 FR 36478NPRM Comment Period End
08/07/13R&O
12/20/13
78 FR 77210Petition for Recon
01/31/14
79 FR 5364Comment Period End
02/25/14Correcting Amendments
02/10/14
79 FR 7590Announcement of Effective Date
04/16/14
79 FR 21399Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Eliot Greenwald, Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2235, 
                        *Email: eliot.greenwald@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI75 454. Empowering Consumers To Avoid Bill Shock (Docket No. 10-207) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 332 *Abstract:*
                         On October 14, 2010, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking which proposes a rule that would require mobile service providers to provide usage alerts and information that will assist consumers in avoiding unexpected charges on their bills. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CitePublic Notice
05/20/10
75 FR 28249NPRM
11/26/10
75 FR 72773Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Richard D. Smith, Special Counsel, Consumer Policy Divison, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         717 338-2797, 
                        *Fax:*
                         717 338-2574, 
                        *Email: richard.smith@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ51 455. Contributions to the Telecommunications Relay Services Fund (CG Docket No. 11-47) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 616 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission prescribes by regulation the obligations of each provider of interconnected and non-interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service to participate in and contribute to the Interstate Telecommunications Relay Services Fund in a manner that is consistent with and comparable to such fund. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/04/11
76 FR 18490NPRM Comment Period End
05/04/11Final Rule
10/25/11
76 FR 65965Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Rosaline Crawford, Attorney, Disability Rights Office, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2075, 
                        *Email: rosaline.crawford@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ63 456. Empowering Consumers To Prevent and Detect Billing for Unauthorized Charges (“Cramming”) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 332 *Abstract:*
                         On July 12, 2011, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposing rules that would assist consumers in detecting and preventing the placement of unauthorized charges on telephone bills, an unlawful and fraudulent practice commonly referred to as “cramming.” On April 27, 2012, the Commission adopted rules to address “cramming” on wireline telephone bills and released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on additional measures to protect wireline and wireless consumers from unauthorized charges. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/23/11
76 FR 52625NPRM Comment Period End
11/21/11Order (Extends Reply Comment Period)
11/30/11
76 FR 74017NPRM Comment Period End
12/05/11FNPRM
05/24/12
77 FR 30972R&O
05/24/12
77 FR 30915( print page 76819)FNPRM Comment Period End
07/09/12Order (Extends Reply Comment Period)
07/17/12
77 FR 41955FNPRM Comment Period End
07/20/12Announcement of Effective Dates
10/26/12
77 FR 65230Correction of Final Rule
11/30/12
77 FR 71354Correction of Final Rule
11/30/12
77 FR 71353Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         John B Adams, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2854, 
                        *Email: johnb.adams@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ72 457. Implementation of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012/Establishment of a Public Safety Answering Point Do-Not-Call Registry *Legal Authority:*Pub. L. 112-96 sec 6507 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission issued, on May 22, 2012, an NPRM to initiate a proceeding to create a Do-Not-Call registry for public safety answer points (PSAPs), as required by section 6507 of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012. The statute requires the Commission to establish a registry that allows PSAPs to register their telephone numbers on a do-not-call list; prohibit the use of automatic dialing equipment to contact registered numbers; and implement a range of monetary penalties for disclosure of registered numbers and for use of automatic dialing equipment to contact such numbers. On October 17, 2012, the Commission adopted final rules implementing the statutory requirements described above. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/21/12
77 FR 37362R&O
10/29/12
77 FR 71131Correction Amendments
02/13/13
78 FR 10099Announcement of Effective Date
03/26/13
78 FR 18246Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Richard D Smith, Special Counsel, Consumer Policy Divison, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         717 338-2797, 
                        *Fax:*
                         717 338-2574, 
                        *Email: richard.smith@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ84 458. Implementation of Sections 716 and 717 of the Communications Act of 1934, as Enacted by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CG Docket No. 10-213) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 255; 47 U.S.C. 617; 47 U.S.C. 618; 47 U.S.C. 619 *Abstract:*
                         These proceedings implement sections 716, 717, and 718 of the Communications Act, which were added by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CVAA), related to the accessibility of advanced communications services and equipment (section 716), recordkeeping and enforcement requirements for entities subject to sections 255, 716, and 718 (section 717); and accessibility of Internet browsers built into mobile phones (section 718). *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/14/11
76 FR 13800NPRM Comment Period Extended
04/12/11
76 FR 20297NPRM Comment Period End
05/13/11FNPRM
12/30/11
76 FR 82240R&O
12/30/11
76 FR 82354FNPRM Comment Period End
03/14/12Announcement of Effective Date
04/25/12
77 FR 246322nd R&O
05/22/13
78 FR 30226Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Rosaline Crawford, Attorney, Disability Rights Office, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2075, 
                        *Email: rosaline.crawford@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK00 459. Misuse of Internet Protocol (IP) Captioned Telephone Service; Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 225 *Abstract:*
                         This FCC initiated this proceeding in its effort to ensure that IP CTS is available for eligible users only. In doing so, the FCC released an Interim Order and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to address certain practices related to the provision and marketing of Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP CTS). IP CTS is a form of relay service designed to allow people with hearing loss to speak directly to another party on a telephone call and to simultaneously listen to the other party and read captions of what that party is saying over an IP-enabled device. To ensure that IP CTS is provided efficiently to persons who need to use this service, this new Order establishes several requirements on a temporary basis from March 7, 2013 to September 3, 2013. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/05/13
78 FR 8090Order (Interim Rule)
02/05/13
78 FR 8032Order
02/05/13
78 FR 8030Announcement of Effective Date
03/07/13
78 FR 14701NPRM Comment Period End
03/12/13R&O
08/30/13
78 FR 53684FNPRM
09/30/13
78FR 54201FNPRM Comment Period End
11/18/13Petition for Recon Request for Comment
12/16/13
78 FR 76097Petiton for Recon Comment Period End
01/10/14Announcement of Effective Date
08/28/14
79 FR 51446Correction—Announcement of Effective Date
08/28/14
79 FR 51450Technical Amendments
09/09/14
79 FR 53303Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Greg Hlibok, Chief, Disability Rights Office, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 559-5158, 
                        *TDD Phone:*
                         202 418-0413, 
                        *Email: gregory.hlibok@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK01 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Office of Engineering and Technology 460. New Advanced Wireless Services (ET Docket No. 00-258) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 303(c); 47 
                        ( print page 76820)
                        U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r) *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding explores the possible uses of frequency bands below 3 GHz to support the introduction of new advanced wireless services, including third generations as well as future generations of wireless systems. Advanced wireless systems could provide for a wide range of voice data and broadband services over a variety of mobile and fixed networks. The Third Notice of Proposed Rulemaking discusses the frequency bands that are still under consideration in this proceeding and invites additional comments on their disposition. Specifically, it addresses the Unlicensed Personal Communications Service (UPCS) band at 1910-1930 MHz, the Multipoint Distribution Service (MDS) spectrum at 2155-2160/62 MHz bands, the Emerging Technology spectrum, at 2160-2165 MHz, and the bands reallocated from MSS 91990-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2165-2180 MHz. We seek comment on these bands with respect to using them for paired or unpaired Advance Wireless Service (AWS) operations or as relocation spectrum for existing services. The seventh Report and Order facilitates the introduction of Advanced Wireless Service (AWS) in the band 1710-1755 MHz—an integral part of a 90 MHz spectrum allocation recently reallocated to allow for such new and innovative wireless services. We largely adopt the proposals set forth in our recent AWS Fourth NPRM in this proceeding that are designed to clear the 1710-1755 MHz band of incumbent Federal Government operations that would otherwise impede the development of new nationwide AWS services. These actions are consistent with previous actions in this proceeding and with the United States Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) 2002 Viability Assessment, which addressed relocation and re-accommodation options for Federal Government operations in the band. The eighth Report and Order reallocated the 2155-2160 MHz band for fixed and mobile services and designates the 2155-2175 MHz band for Advanced Wireless Service (AWS) use. This proceeding continues the Commission's ongoing efforts to promote spectrum utilization and efficiency with regard to the provision of new services, including Advanced Wireless Services. The Order requires Broadband Radio Service (BRS) licensees in the 2150-2160/62 MHz band to provide information on the construction status and operational parameters of each incumbent BRS system that would be the subject of relocation. The Notice of Proposed Rule Making requested comments on the specific relocation procedures applicable to Broadband Radio Service (BRS) operations in the 2150-2160/62 MHz band, which the Commission recently decided will be relocated to the newly restructured 2495-2690 MHz band. The Commission also requested comments on the specific relocation procedures applicable to Fixed Microwave Service (FS) operations in the 2160-2175 MHz band. The Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) and the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB) set forth the specific data that Broadband Radio Service (BRS) licensees in the 2150-2160/62 MHz band must file along with the deadline date and procedures for filing this data on the Commission's Universal Licensing System (ULS). The data will assist in determining future AWS licensees' relocation obligations. The ninth Report and Order established procedures for the relocation of Broadband Radio Service (BRS) operations from the 2150-2160/62 MHz band, as well as for the relocation of Fixed Microwave Service (FS) operations from the 2160-2175 MHz band, and modified existing relocation procedures for the 2110-2150 MHz and 2175-2180 MHz bands. It also established cost-sharing rules to identify the reimbursement obligations for Advanced Wireless Service (AWS) and Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) entrants benefiting from the relocation of incumbent FS operations in the 2110-2150 MHz and 2160-2200 MHz bands and AWS entrants benefiting from the relocation of BRS incumbents in the 2150-2160/62 MHz band. The Commission continues its ongoing efforts to promote spectrum utilization and efficiency with regard to the provision of new services, including AWS. The Order dismisses a petition for reconsideration filed by the Wireless Communications Association International, Inc. (WCA) as moot. Two petitions for Reconsideration were filed in response to the ninth Report and Order. The Report and Orders and Declaratory Ruling concludes the Commission's longstanding efforts to relocate the Broadcast Auxiliary Service (BAS) from the 1990-2110 MHz band to the 2025-2110 MHz band, freeing up 35 megahertz of spectrum in order to foster the development of new and innovative services. This decision addresses the outstanding matter of Sprint Nextel Corporation's (Sprint Nextel) inability to agree with Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) operators in the band on the sharing of the costs to relocate the BAS incumbents. To resolve this controversy, the Commission applied its time-honored relocation principles for emerging technologies previously adopted for the BAS band to the instant relocation process, where delays and unanticipated developments have left ambiguities and misconceptions among the relocating parties. In the process, the Commission balances the responsibilities for and benefits of relocating incumbent BAS operations among all the new entrants in the different services that will operate in the band. The Commission proposed to modify its cost-sharing requirements for the 2 GHz BAS band because the circumstances surrounding the BAS transition are very different than what was expected when the cost-sharing requirements were adopted. The Commission believed that the best course of action was to propose new requirements that would address the ambiguity of applying the literal language of the current requirements to the changed circumstances, as well as balance the responsibilities for and benefits of relocating incumbent BAS operations among all new entrants in the band based on the Commission's relocation policies set forth in the Emerging Technologies proceeding. The Commission proposed to eliminate, as of January 1, 2009, the requirement that Broadcast Auxiliary Service (BAS) licensees in the 30 largest markets and fixed BAS links in all markets be transitioned before the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) operators can begin offering service. The Commission also sought comments on how to mitigate interference between new MSS entrants and incumbent BAS licensees who had not completed relocation before the MSS entrants begin offering service. In addition, the Commission sought comments on allowing MSS operators to begin providing service in those markets where BAS incumbents have been transitioned. In the Further Notice of Proposed Rule Making the Commission proposed to modify its cost sharing requirements for the 2 GHz BAS band because the circumstances surrounding the BAS transition are very different than what was expected when the cost sharing requirements were adopted. The Commission believes that the best course of action is to propose new requirements that will address the ambiguity of applying the literal language of the current requirements to the changed circumstances, as well as balance the responsibilities for and benefits of relocating incumbent BAS 
                        ( print page 76821)
                        operations among all new entrants in the band based on the Commission's relocation policies set forth in the Emerging Technologies proceeding. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
01/23/01
66 FR 7438NPRM Comment Period End
03/09/01Final Report
04/11/01
66 FR 18740FNPRM
09/13/01
66 FR 47618MO&O
09/13/01
66 FR 47591First R&O
10/25/01
66 FR 53973Petition for Recon
11/02/01
66 FR 55666Second R&O
01/24/03
68 FR 3455Third NPRM
03/13/03
68 FR 12015Seventh R&O
12/29/04
69 FR 7793Petition for Recon
04/13/05
70 FR 19469Eighth R&O
10/26/05
70 FR 61742Order
10/26/05
70 FR 61742NPRM
10/26/05
70 FR 61752Public Notice
12/14/05
70 FR 74011Ninth R&O and Order
05/24/06
71 FR 29818Petition for Recon
07/19/06
71 FR 41022FNPRM
03/31/08
73 FR 16822R&O and NPRM
06/23/09
74 FR 29607FNPRM
06/23/09
74 FR 296075th R&O, 11th R&O, 6th R&O, and Declaratory Ruling
11/02/10
75 FR 67227Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Rodney Small, Economist, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2452, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1944, 
                        *Email: rodney.small@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH65 461. Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 302 and 303; 47 U.S.C. 309(j); 47 U.S.C. 336 *Abstract:*
                         In the Report and Order the Commission resolved several issues regarding compliance with the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC's) regulations for conducting environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) as they relate to the guidelines for human exposure to RF electromagnetic fields. More specifically, the Commission clarifies evaluation procedures and references to determine compliance with its limits, including specific absorption rate (SAR) as a primary metric for compliance, consideration of the pinna (outer ear) as an extremity, and measurement of medical implant exposure. The Commission also elaborates on mitigation procedures to ensure compliance with its limits, including labeling and other requirements for occupational exposure classification, clarification of compliance responsibility at multiple transmitter sites, and labeling of fixed consumer transmitters. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
09/08/03
68 FR 52879NPRM Comment Period End
12/08/03R&O
06/04/13
78 FR 33634Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes *Agency Contact:*
                         Ira Keltz, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0616, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1944, 
                        *Email: ikeltz@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI17 462. Unlicensed Operation in the TV Broadcast Bands (ET Docket No. 04-186) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303(e) and 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission adopted rules to allow unlicensed radio transmitters to operate in the broadcast television spectrum at locations where that spectrum is not being used by licensed services (this unused TV spectrum is often termed “white spaces”). This action will make a significant amount of spectrum available for new and innovative products and services, including broadband data and other services for businesses and consumers. The actions taken are a conservative first step that includes many safeguards to prevent harmful interference to incumbent communications services. Moreover, the Commission will closely oversee the development and introduction of these devices to the market and will take whatever actions may be necessary to avoid, and if necessary, correct any interference that may occur. The Second Memorandum Opinion and Order finalizes rules to make the unused spectrum in the TV bands available for unlicensed broadband wireless devices. This particular spectrum has excellent propagation characteristics that allow signals to reach farther and penetrate walls and other structures. Access to this spectrum could enable more powerful public Internet connections—super Wi-Fi hot spots—with extended range, fewer dead spots, and improved individual speeds as a result of reduced congestion on existing networks. This type of “opportunistic use” of spectrum has great potential for enabling access to other spectrum bands and improving spectrum efficiency. The Commission's actions here are expected to spur investment and innovation in applications and devices that will be used not only in the TV band, but eventually in other frequency bands as well. This Order addressed five petitions for reconsideration of the Commission's decisions in the Second Memorandum Opinion and Order (“Second MO&O”) in this proceeding and modified rules in certain respects. In particular, the Commission: (1) Increased the maximum height above average terrain (HAAT) for sites where fixed devices may operate; (2) modified the adjacent channel emission limits to specify fixed rather than relative levels; and (3) slightly increased the maximum permissible power spectral density (PSD) for each category of TV bands device. These changes will result in decreased operating costs for fixed TVBDs and allow them to provide greater coverage, thus increasing the availability of wireless broadband services in rural and underserved areas without increasing the risk of interference to incumbent services. The Commission also revised and amended several of its rules to better effectuate the Commission's earlier decisions in this docket and to remove ambiguities. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/18/04
69 FR 34103First R&O
11/17/06
71 FR 66876FNPRM
11/17/06
71 FR 66897R&O and MO&O
02/17/09
74 FR 7314Petitions for Reconsideration
04/13/09
74 FR 16870Second MO&O
12/06/10
75 FR 75814Petitions for Recon
02/09/11
76 FR 72083rd MO&O and Order
05/17/12
77 FR 28236Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Hugh Van Tuyl, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7506, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1944, 
                        *Email: hugh.vantuyl@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI52
                        ( print page 76822) 463. Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service (ET Docket No. 10-142) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 301; 47 U.S.C. 303(c) and 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r) and 303(y); 47 U.S.C. 310 *Abstract:*
                         The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposed to take a number of actions to further the provision of terrestrial broadband services in the MSS bands. In the 2 GHz MSS band, the Commission proposed to add co-primary Fixed and Mobile allocations to the existing Mobile-Satellite allocation. This would lay the groundwork for providing additional flexibility in use of the 2 GHz spectrum in the future. The Commission also proposed to apply the terrestrial secondary market spectrum leasing rules and procedures to transactions involving terrestrial use of the MSS spectrum in the 2 GHz, Big LEO, and L-bands in order to create greater certainty and regulatory parity with bands licensed for terrestrial broadband service. The Commission also asked, in a Notice of Inquiry, about approaches for creating opportunities for full use of the 2 GHz band for stand-alone terrestrial uses. The Commission requested comment on ways to promote innovation and investment throughout the MSS bands while also ensuring market-wide mobile satellite capability to serve important needs like disaster recovery and rural access. In the Report and Order, the Commission amended its rules to make additional spectrum available for new investment in mobile broadband networks while also ensuring that the United States maintains robust mobile satellite service capabilities. First, the Commission adds co-primary Fixed and Mobile allocations to the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) 2 GHz band, consistent with the International Table of Allocations, allowing more flexible use of the band, including for terrestrial broadband services, in the future. Second, to create greater predictability and regulatory parity with the bands licensed for terrestrial mobile broadband service, the Commission extends its existing secondary market spectrum manager spectrum leasing policies, procedures, and rules that currently apply to wireless terrestrial services to terrestrial services provided using the Ancillary Terrestrial Component (ATC) of an MSS system. Petitions for Reconsideration have been filed in the Commission's rulemaking proceeding concerning Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service Bands at 1525-1559 MHz and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz, 1610-1626.5 MHz and 2483.5-2500 MHz, and 2000-2020 MHz and 2180-2200 MHz, and published pursuant to 47 CFR 1.429(e). See 1.4(b)(1) of the Commission's rules. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/16/10
75 FR 49871NPRM Comment Period End
09/15/10Reply Comment Period End
09/30/10R&O
05/31/11
76 FR 31252Petitions for Recon
08/10/11
76 FR 49364Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes *Agency Contact:*
                         Nicholas Oros, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone: 202*
                         418-0636, 
                        *Email: nicholas.oros@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ46 464. Innovation in the Broadcast Television Bands (ET Docket No. 10-235) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303(e); 47 U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r) *Abstract:*
                         The Commission initiated this proceeding to further its ongoing commitment to addressing America's growing demand for wireless broadband services, to spur ongoing innovation and investment in mobile technology, and to ensure that America keeps pace with the global wireless revolution by making a significant amount of new spectrum available for broadband. The approach proposed is consistent with the goal set forth in the National Broadband Plan (the Plan) to repropose up to 120 megahertz from the broadcast television bands for new wireless broadband uses through, in part, voluntary contributions of spectrum to an incentive auction. Reallocation of this spectrum as proposed will provide the necessary flexibility for meeting the requirements of these new applications. In the Report and Order, the Commission took preliminary steps toward making a significant portion of the UHF and VHF frequency bands (U/V Bands) currently used by the broadcast television service available for new uses. This action serves to further address the Nation's growing demand for wireless broadband services, promote the ongoing innovation and investment in mobile communications, and ensure that the United States keeps pace with the global wireless revolution. At the same time, the approach helps preserve broadcast television as a healthy, viable medium and would be consistent with the general proposal set forth in the National Broadband Plan to repurpose spectrum from the U/V bands for new wireless broadband uses through, in part, voluntary contributions of spectrum to an incentive auction. This action is consistent with the recent enactment by Congress of new incentive auction authority for the Commission (Spectrum Act). Specifically, this item sets out a framework by which two or more television licensees may share a single six MHz channel in connection with an incentive auction. However, the Report and Order did not act on the proposals in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to establish fixed and mobile allocations in the U/V bands or to improve TV service on VHF channels. The Report and Order stated that the Commission will undertake a broader rulemaking to implement the Spectrum Act's provisions relating to an incentive auction for U/V band spectrum, and that it believes it will be more efficient to act on new allocations in the context of that rulemaking. In addition, the record created in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking does not establish a clear way forward to significantly increase the utility of the VHF bands for the operation of television services. The Report and Order states that the Commission will revisit this matter in a future proceeding. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/01/11
76 FR 5521NPRM Comment Period End
03/18/11R&O
05/23/12
77 FR 30423Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes *Agency Contact:*
                         Alan Stillwell, Deputy Chief, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2925, 
                        *Email: alan.stillwell@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ57 465. Radio Experimentation and Market Trials Under Part 5 of the Commission's Rules and Streamlining Other Related Rules (ET Docket No. 10-236) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301 and 303 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission initiated this proceeding to promote innovation and efficiency in spectrum use in the Experimental Radio Service (ERS). For 
                        ( print page 76823)
                        many years, the ERS has provided fertile ground for testing innovative ideas that have led to new services and new devices for all sectors of the economy. The Commission proposed to leverage the power of experimental radio licensing to accelerate the rate at which these ideas transform from prototypes to consumer devices and services. Its goal is to inspire researchers to dream, discover, and deliver the innovations that push the boundaries of the broadband ecosystem. The resulting advancements in devices and services available to the American public and greater spectrum efficiency over the long term will promote economic growth, global competitiveness, and a better way of life for all Americans. In the Report and Order (R&O), the Commission revised and streamlined its rules to modernize the Experimental Radio Service (ERS). The rules adopted in the R&O updated the ERS to a more flexible framework to keep pace with the speed of modern technological change while continuing to provide an environment where creativity can thrive. To accomplish this transition, the Commission created three new types of ERS licenses—the program license, the medical testing license, and the compliance testing license—to benefit the development of new technologies, expedite their introduction to the marketplace, and unleash the full power of innovators to keep the United States at the forefront of the communications industry. The Commission's actions also modified the market trial rules to eliminate confusion and more clearly articulate its policies with respect to marketing products prior to equipment certification. The Commission believes that these actions will remove regulatory barriers to experimentation, thereby permitting institutions to move from concept to experimentation to finished product more rapidly and to more quickly implement creative problem-solving methodologies. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/08/11
76 FR 6928NPRM Comment Period End
03/10/11R&O
04/29/13
78 FR 25138Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Nnake Nweke, Chief, Experimental Licensing Branch, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0785, 
                        *Email: nnake.nweke@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ62 466. Operation of Radar Systems in the 76-77 GHZ Band (ET Docket No. 11-90) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303(f) *Abstract:*
                         The Commission proposes to amend its rules to enable enhanced vehicular radar technologies in the 76-77 GHz band to improve collision avoidance and driver safety. Vehicular radars can determine the exact distance and relative speed of objects in front of, beside, or behind a car to improve the driver's ability to perceive objects under bad visibility conditions or objects that are in blind spots. These modifications to the rules will provide more efficient use of spectrum, and enable the automotive and fixed radar application industries to develop enhanced safety measures for drivers and the general public. The Commission takes this action in response to petitions for rulemaking filed by Toyota Motor Corporation (“TMC”) and Era Systems Corporation (“Era”). This Report and Order amends the Commission's rules to provide a more efficient use of the 76-77 GHz band, and to enable the automotive and aviation industries to develop enhanced safety measures for drivers and the general public. Specifically, the Commission eliminated the in-motion and not-in-motion distinction for vehicular radars, and instead adopted new uniform emission limits for forward, side, and rear-looking vehicular radars. This will facilitate enhanced vehicular radar technologies to improve collision avoidance and driver safety. The Commission also amended its rules to allow the operation of fixed radars at airport locations in the 76-77 GHz band for purposes of detecting foreign object debris on runways and monitoring aircraft and service vehicles on taxiways and other airport vehicle service areas that have no public vehicle access. The Commission took this action in response to petitions for rulemaking filed by Toyota Motor Corporation (“TMC”) and Era Systems Corporation (“Era”). Petitions for Reconsideration were filed by Navtech Radar, Ltd. and Honeywell International Inc. *Timetable:* Action
Date
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06/16/11
76 FR 35176R&O
08/13/12
77 FR 48097Petition for Recon
11/11/12
77 FR 68722Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Aamer Zain, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2437, 
                        *Email: aamer.zain@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ68 467. WRC-07 Implementation (ET Docket No. 12-338) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303 *Abstract:*
                         In the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Commission proposed to amend parts 1, 2, 74, 78, 87, 90, and 97 of its rules to implement allocation decisions from the World Radiocommunication Conference (Geneva, 2007) (WRC 07) concerning portions of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum between 108 MHz and 20.2 GHz and to make certain updates to its rules in this frequency range. The NPRM follows the Commission's July 2010 WRC-07 Table Clean-up Order, 75 FR 62924, October 13, 2010, which made certain nonsubstantive, editorial revisions to the Table of Frequency Allocations (Allocation Table) and to other related rules. The Commission also addressed the recommendations for implementation of the WRC-07 Final Acts that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) submitted to the Commission in August 2009. As part of its comprehensive review of the Allocation Table, the Commission also proposed to make allocation changes that are not related to the WRC-07 Final Acts and update certain service rules, and requested comment on other allocation issues that concern portions of the RF spectrum between 137.5 kHz and 54.25 GHz. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
12/27/12
77 FR 76250NPRM Comment Period End
02/25/13Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Mooring, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2450, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1944, 
                        *Email: tom.mooring@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ93
                        ( print page 76824) 468. Federal Earth Stations-Non-Federal Fixed Satellite Service Space Stations; Spectrum For Non-Federal Space Launch Operations; Et Docket No. 13-115 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 336 *Abstract:*
                         The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes to make spectrum allocation proposals for three different space related purposes. The Commission makes two alternative proposals to modify the Allocation Table to provide interference protection for Fixed-Satellite Service (FSS) and Mobile-Satellite Service (MSS) earth stations operated by Federal agencies under authorizations granted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) in certain frequency bands. The Commission also proposes to amend a footnote to the Allocation Table to permit a Federal MSS system to operate in the 399.9-400.05 MHz band; it also makes alternative proposals to modify the Allocation Table to provide access to spectrum on an interference protected basis to Commission licensees for use during the launch of launch vehicles (
                        *i.e.*
                         rockets). The Commission also seeks comment broadly on the future spectrum needs of the commercial space sector. The Commission expects that, if adopted, these proposals would advance the commercial space industry and the important role it will play in our nation's economy and technological innovation now and in the future. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
07/01/13
78 FR 39200Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Nicholas Oros, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0636, 
                        *Email: nicholas.oros@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK09 469. Authorization of Radiofrequency Equipment; ET Docket No. 13-44 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307(e); 47 U.S.C. 332 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission is responsible for an equipment authorization program for radiofrequency (RF) devices under part 2 of its rules. This program is one of the primary means that the Commission uses to ensure that the multitude of RF devices used in the United States operate effectively without causing harmful interference and otherwise comply with the Commission rules. All RF devices subject to equipment authorization must comply with the Commission's technical requirement before they can be imported or marketed. The Commission or a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) must approve some of these devices before they can be imported or marketed, while others do not require such approval. The Commission last comprehensively reviewed its equipment authorization program more than 10 years ago. The rapid innovation in equipment design since that time has led to ever-accelerating growth in the number of parties applying for equipment approval. The Commission therefore believes that the time is now right for us to comprehensively review our equipment authorization processes to ensure that they continue to enable this growth and innovation in the wireless equipment market. In May of 2012, the Commission began this reform process by issuing an Order to increase the supply of available grantee codes. With this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Commission continues its work to review and reform the equipment authorization processes and rules. This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes certain changes to the Commission's part 2 equipment authorization processes to ensure that they continue to operate efficiently and effectively. In particular, it addresses the role of TCBs in certifying RF equipment and post-market surveillance, as well as the Commission's role in assessing TCB performance. The NPRM also addressed the role of test laboratories in the RF equipment approval process, including accreditation of test labs and the Commission's recognition of laboratory accreditation bodies, and measurement procedures used to determine RF equipment compliance. Finally, it proposes certain modifications to the rules regarding TCBs that approve terminal equipment under part 68 of the rules that are consistent with our proposed modifications to the rules for TCBs that approve RF equipment. Specifically, the Commission proposes to recognize the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) as the organization that designates TCBs in the United States and to modify the rules to reference the current International Organization for Standardization and International Electrotechnical Commission (ISO/IEC) guides used to accredit TCBs. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
05/03/13
78 FR 25916Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Hugh Van Tuyl, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7506, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1944, 
                        *Email: hugh.vantuyl@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK10 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) International Bureau Long-Term Actions 470. Space Station Licensing Reform (IB Docket No. 02-34) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 303(c); 47 U.S.C. 303(g) *Abstract:*
                         The Commission adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to streamline its procedures for reviewing satellite license applications. Before 2003, the Commission used processing rounds to review those applications. In a processing round, when an application is filed, the International Bureau (Bureau) issued a Public Notice establishing a cutoff date for other mutually exclusive satellite applications, and then considered all those applications together. In cases where sufficient spectrum to accommodate all the applications was not available, the Bureau directed the applicants to negotiate a mutually agreeable solution. Those negotiations took a long time, and delayed provision of satellite services to the public. The NPRM invited comment on two alternatives for expediting the satellite application process. One alternative was to replace the processing round procedure with a “first-come, first-served” procedure that would allow the Bureau to issue a satellite license to the first party filing a complete, acceptable application. The other alternative was to streamline the processing round procedure by adopting one or more of the following proposals: (1) place a time limit on negotiations; (2) establish criteria to select among competing applicants; (3) divide the available 
                        ( print page 76825)
                        spectrum evenly among the applicants. In the First Report and Order in this proceeding, the Commission determined that different procedures were better-suited for different kinds of satellite applications. For most geostationary orbit (GSO) satellite applications, the Commission adopted a first-come, first-served approach. For most non-geostationary orbit (NGSO) satellite applications, the Commission adopted a procedure in which the available spectrum is divided evenly among the qualified applicants. The Commission also adopted measures to discourage applicants from filing speculative applications, including a bond requirement, payable if a licensee misses a milestone. The bond amounts originally were $5 million for each GSO satellite, and $7.5 million for each NGSO satellite system. These were interim amounts. Concurrently with the First Report and Order, the Commission adopted an FNPRM to determine whether to revise the bond amounts on a long-term basis. In the Second Report and Order, the Commission adopted a streamlined procedure for certain kinds of satellite license modification requests. In the Third Report and Order, the Commission adopted a standardized application form for satellite licenses, and adopted a mandatory electronic filing requirement for certain satellite applications. In the Fourth Report and Order, the Commission revised the bond amounts based on the record developed in response to FNPRM. The bond amounts are now $3 million for each GSO satellite, and $5 million for each NGSO satellite system. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/19/02
67 FR 12498NPRM Comment Period End
07/02/02Second R&O (Release Date)
06/20/03
68 FR 62247Second FNPRM (Release Date)
07/08/03
68 FR 53702Third R&O (Release Date)
07/08/03
68 FR 63994FNPRM
08/27/03
68 FR 51546First R&O
08/27/03
68 FR 51499FNPRM Comment Period End
10/27/03Fourth R&O (Release Date)
04/16/04
69 FR 67790Fifth R&O, First Order on Recon (Release Date)
07/06/04
69 FR 51586Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Andrea Kelly, Associate Chief, Satellite Division, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7877, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-0748, 
                        *Email: andrea.kelly@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH98 471. Reporting Requirements for U.S. Providers of International Telecommunications Services (IB Docket No. 04-112) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 161; 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205; ... *Abstract:*
                         The FCC is reviewing the reporting requirements to which entities providing U.S.-international service are subject under 47 CFR part 43. The FCC adopted a First Report and Order that eliminated certain of those requirements. Specifically, it eliminated the quarterly reporting requirements for large carriers and foreign-affiliated switch resale carriers, 47 CFR 43.61(b) and (c); the circuit addition report, 47 CFR 63.23(e); the division of telegraph tolls report, 47 CFR 43.53; and the requirement to report separately for U.S. offshore points, 43.61(a), 48.82(a). The FCC adopted Second Report and Order that made additional reforms to streamline further and modernize the reporting requirements, including requiring that entities providing international calling service via Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) connected to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) to submit data regarding their provision of international telephone service. The Voice on the Net Coalition (VON Coalition) filed a petition requesting that they reconsider requiring VoIP providers from reporting their international traffic and revenues. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/12/04
69 FR 29676First R&O
05/12/11
76 FR 42567FNPRM
05/12/11
76 FR 42613FNPRM Comment Period End
09/02/11Second R&O
01/15/13
78 FR 15615Petition for Recon
07/01/13
78 FR 39232Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         David Krech, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1460, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-2824, 
                        *Email: david.krech@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI42 472. International Settlements Policy Reform (IB Docket No. 11-80) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205; 47 U.S.C. 208; 47 U.S.C. 211; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         FCC is reviewing the International Settlements Policy (ISP), which governs how U.S. carriers negotiate with foreign carriers for the exchange of international traffic and is the structure by which the Commission has sought to respond to concerns that foreign carriers with market power are able to take advantage of the presence of multiple U.S. carriers serving a particular market. In the NPRM, the FCC proposes to further deregulate the international telephony market and enable U.S. consumers to enjoy competitive prices when they make calls to international destinations. First, it proposes to remove the ISP from all international routes, except Cuba. Second, the FCC seeks comment on a proposal to enable the Commission to better protect U.S. consumers from the effects of anticompetitive conduct by foreign carriers in instances necessitating Commission intervention. Specifically, it seeks comments on proposals and issues regarding the application of the Commission's benchmarks policy. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
05/13/11
76 FR 42625NPRM Comment Period End
09/02/11Report and Order
02/15/13
78 FR 11109Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         James Ball, Chief, Policy Division, International Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0427, 
                        *Email: james.ball@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ77 473. Revisions to Parts 2 and 25 of the Commission's Rules to Govern the Use of Earth Stations Aboard Aircraft (IB Docket No. 12-376) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i) and (j); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303(c), (e), (f), (g), (j), (r) and (y) *Abstract:*
                         In this docket, the Commission provides for the efficient licensing of two-way in-flight broadband services, including Internet access, to passengers and flight crews aboard commercial airliners and private 
                        ( print page 76826)
                        aircraft. The Report and Order establishes technical and licensing rules for Earth Stations Aboard Aircraft (ESAA), 
                        *i.e.,*
                         Earth stations on aircraft communicating with Fixed-Satellite Service (FSS) geostationary-orbit (GSO) space stations operating in the 10.95-11.2 GHz, 11.45-11.7 GHz, 11.7-12.2 GHz (space-to-Earth or downlink) and 14.0-14.5 GHz (Earth-to-space or uplink) frequency bands. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking requests comment on a proposal to elevate the allocation status of ESAA in the 14.0-14.5 GHz band from secondary to primary, which would make the ESAA allocation equal to the allocations of Earth Stations on Vessels (ESV) and Vehicle-Mounted Earth Stations (VMES). *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/20/05
70 FR 20508R&O
03/08/13
78 FR 14920NPRM
03/18/13
78 FR 14952NPRM Comment Period End
06/21/132nd R&O and Order on Recon
05/12/14
79 FR 26863Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Howard Griboff, Deputy Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0657, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-2824, 
                        *Email: howard.griboff@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ96 474. Reform of Rules and Policies on Foreign Carrier Entry Into the U.S. Telecommunications Market (IB Docket 12-299) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) to (j); 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205 *Abstract:*
                         FCC is considering proposed changes in the criteria under which it considers certain applications from foreign carriers or affiliates of foreign carriers for entry into the U.S. market for international telecommunications services. It proposes to eliminate or in the alternative simplify the effective competitive opportunities test (ECO Text) adopted in 1995 for Commission review of foreign carrier applications. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/26/12
77 FR 70400NPRM Comment Period End
12/26/12NPRM Reply Comment Period End
01/15/13R&O
06/03/14
79 FR 31873Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         James Ball, Chief, Policy Division, International Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0427, 
                        *Email: james.ball@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ97 475. Comprehensive Review of Licensing and Operating Rules for Satellite Services (IB Docket No. 12-267) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 161; 47 U.S.C. 303(c); 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r) *Abstract:*
                         The Commission adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) as part of its ongoing efforts to update and streamline regulatory requirements. The NPRM initiated a comprehensive review of part 25 of the Commission's rules, which governs licensing and operation of space stations and Earth stations. The amendments proposed in the NPRM modernize the rules to better reflect evolving technology and reorganize and simplify existing requirements. Furthermore, the changes will remove unnecessary filing requirements for applicants requesting space and Earth station licenses, allowing applicants and licensees to save time, effort, and costs in preparing applications. Other changes are designed to remove unnecessary technical restrictions, enabling applicants to submit fewer waiver requests, which will ease administrative burdens in submitting and processing applications and reduce the amount of time spent on applications by applicants, licensees, and the Commission. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/25/12
77 FR 67172NPRM Comment Period End
12/24/12Reply Comment Period End
01/22/13Report and Order
02/12/14
79 FR 8308Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Andrea Kelly, Associate Chief, Satellite Division, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7877, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-0748, 
                        *Email: andrea.kelly@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ98 476. Expanding Broadband and Innovation Through Air-Ground Mobile Broadband Secondary Service for Passengers Aboard Aircraft in the 14.0-14.5 GHZ Band; GN Docket No. 13-114 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 324 *Abstract:*
                         In this docket, the Commission establishes a secondary allocation for the Aeronautical Mobile Service in the 14.0-14.5 GHz band and establishes service, technical, and licensing rules for air-ground mobile broadband. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking requests public comment on a secondary allocation and service, technical, and licensing rules for air-ground mobile broadband. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM (release date)
05/09/13Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Sean O'More, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2453, 
                        *Email: sean.omore@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK02 477. Terrestrial Use of the 2473-2495 MHZ Band for Low-Power Mobile Broadband Networks; Amendments to Rules of Mobile Satellite Service System; IB Docket No. 13-213 *Legal Authority:*
                         Not Yet Determined *Abstract:*
                         In this docket, the Commission proposes modified rules for the operation of the Ancillary Terrestrial Component of the single Mobile-Satellite Service system operating in the Big GEO S band. The changes would allow Globalstar, Inc. to deploy a low power broadband network using its licensed spectrum at 2483.5-2495 MHz under certain limited technical criteria, and with the same equipment utilize spectrum in the adjacent 2473-2483.5 MHz band, pursuant to technical rules for unlicensed operations in that band. *Timetable:*( print page 76827) Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/19/14
79 FR 9445NPRM Comment Period End
05/05/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Lynne Montgomery, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2229, 
                        *Email: lynne.montgomery@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK16 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) International Bureau Completed Actions 478. Review of Foreign Ownership Policies for Common Carrier and Aeronautical Radio Licensees Under Section 310(B)(4) of the Communications Act Of 1934, as Amended (IB Docket No. 11-133) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 211; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 310; 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         FCC seeks comment on changes and other options to revise and simplify its policies and procedures implementing section 310(b)(4) for common carrier and aeronautical radio station licensees while continuing to ensure that we have the information we need to carry out our statutory duties. (The NPRM does not address our policies with respect to the application of section 310(b)(4) to broadcast licensees.) The proposals are designed to reduce to the extent possible the regulatory costs and burdens imposed on wireless common carrier and aeronautical applicants, licensees, and spectrum lessees; provide greater transparency and more predictability with respect to the Commission's filing requirements and review process; and facilitate investment from new sources of capital, while continuing to protect important interests related to national security, law enforcement, foreign policy, and trade policy. The streamlining proposals in the NPRM may reduce costs and burdens currently imposed on licensees, including those licensees that are small entities, and accelerate the foreign ownership review process, while continuing to ensure that the Commission has the information it needs to carry out its statutory duties. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/09/11
76 FR 65472NPRM Comment Period End
01/04/12First R&O
08/22/12
77 FR 50628Final Rule
07/10/13
78 FR 41314Final Rule Effective
08/09/13
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         James Ball, Chief, Policy Division, International Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0427, 
                        *Email: james.ball@fcc.gov* *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ70 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Media Bureau Long-Term Actions 479. Competitive Availability of Navigation Devices (CS Docket No. 97-80) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 549 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission has adopted rules to address the mandate expressed in section 629 of the Communications Act to ensure the commercial availability of “navigation devices,” the equipment used to access video programming and other services from multichannel video programming systems. Specifically, the Commission required MVPDs to make available by a security element (known as a “cablecard”) separate from the basic navigation device (
                        *e.g.,*
                         cable set-top boxes, digital video recorders, and television receivers with navigation capabilities). The separation of the security element from the host device required by this rule (referred to as the “integration ban”) was designed to enable unaffiliated manufacturers, retailers, and other vendors to commercially market host devices while allowing MVPDs to retain control over their system security. Also, in this proceeding, the Commission adopted unidirectional “plug and play” rules to govern compatibility between MVPDs and navigation devices manufactured by consumer electronics manufacturers not affiliated with cable operators. In the most recent action, the Commission made rule changes to improve the operation of the CableCard regime. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/05/97
62 FR 10011R&O
07/15/98
63 FR 38089Order on Recon
06/02/99
64 FR 29599FNPRM & Declaratory Ruling
09/28/00
65 FR 58255FNPRM
01/16/03
68 FR 2278Order and FNPRM
06/17/03
68 FR 35818Second R&O
11/28/03
68 FR 66728FNPRM
11/28/03
68 FR 66776Order on Recon
01/28/04
69 FR 4081Second R&O
06/22/05
70 FR 36040Third FNPRM
07/25/07
72 FR 40818Fourth FNPRM
05/14/10
75 FR 27256Third R&O
07/08/11
76 FR 40263Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Brendan Murray, Attorney Advisor, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Media Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1573, 
                        *Email: brendan.murray@fcc.gov* *RIN:*
                         3060-AG28 480. Broadcast Ownership Rules *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152(a); 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 309 and 310 *Abstract:*
                         Section 202(h) of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 requires the Commission to review its ownership rules every 4 years and determine whether any such rules are necessary in the public interest as the result of competition. In 2002, the Commission undertook a comprehensive review of its broadcast multiple and cross-ownership limits examining: Cross-ownership of TV and radio stations; local TV ownership limits; national TV cap; and dual network rule. The Report and Order replaced the newspaper/broadcast cross-ownership and radio and TV rules with a tiered approach based on the number of television stations in a market. In June 2006, the Commission adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking initiating the 2006 review of the broadcast ownership rules. The further notice also sought comment on how to address the issues raised by the Third Circuit. Additional questions are raised for comment in a Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. In the Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration, the Commission adopted rule changes regarding newspaper/broadcast cross-ownership, but otherwise generally retained the other broadcast ownership rules currently in effect. For the 2010 quadrennial review, five of the Commission's media rules are the 
                        ( print page 76828)
                        subject of review: The local TV ownership rule; the local radio ownership rule; the newspaper broadcast cross-ownership rule; the radio/TV cross-ownership rule; and the dual network rule. In the 2014 review, the Commission incorporated the record of the 2010 review, and sought additional data on market conditions and competitive indicators. The Commission also sought comment on whether to eliminate restrictions on newspaper/radio combined ownership and whether to eliminate the radio/television cross-ownership rule in favor of reliance on the local radio rule and the local television rule. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/05/01
66 FR 50991R&O
08/05/03
68 FR 46286Public Notice
02/19/04
69 FR 9216FNPRM
08/09/06
71 FR 4511Second FNPRM
08/08/07
72 FR 44539R&O and Order on Recon
02/21/08
73 FR 9481Notice of Inquiry
06/11/10
75 FR 33227NPRM
01/19/12
77 FR 2868NPRM Comment Period End
03/19/12FNPRM
05/20/14
79 FR 29010Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Hillary DeNigro, Chief, Industry Analysis Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7334, 
                        *Email: hillary.denigro@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH97 481. Establishment of Rules for Digital Low-Power Television, Television Translator, and Television Booster Stations (MB Docket No. 03-185) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 336 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding initiates the digital television conversion for low-power television (LPTV) and television translator stations. The rules and policies adopted as a result of this proceeding provide the framework for these stations' conversion from analog to digital broadcasting. The Report and Order adopts definitions and permissible use provisions for digital TV translator and LPTV stations. The Second Report and Order takes steps to resolve the remaining issues in order to complete the low-power television digital transition. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
09/26/03
68 FR 55566NPRM Comment Period End
11/25/03R&O
11/29/04
69 FR 69325FNPRM and MO&O
10/18/10
75 FR 637662nd R&O
07/07/11
76 FR 44821Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Shaun Maher, Attorney, Video Division, Federal Communications Commission, Mass Media Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2324, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-2827, 
                        *Email: shaun.maher@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI38 482. Joint Sales Agreements in Local Television Markets (MB Docket No. 04-256) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 to 152(a); 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; . . . *Abstract:*
                         A joint sales agreement (JSA) is an agreement with a licensee of a brokered station that authorizes a broker to sell some or all of the advertising time for the brokered station in return for a fee or percentage of revenues paid to the licensee. The Commission has sought comment on whether TV JSAs should be attributed for purposes of determining compliance with the Commission's multiple ownership rules. In 2014, the Commission determined that for the purposes of applying the broadcast ownership rules, a brokered station will be attributed to a same market brokering station if the JSA covers more than 15 percent of the weekly advertising time of the brokered station. The Commission found that television JSAs have the potential to convey significant influence over stations operations. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/26/04
69 FR 52464NPRM Comment Period End
09/27/04R&O
05/20/14
79 FR 28996Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Hillary DeNigro, Chief, Industry Analysis Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202-418-7334, 
                        *Email: hillary.denigro@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI55 483. Promoting Diversification of Ownership in the Broadcast Services (MB Docket No. 07-294) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152(a); 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and (j); 47 U.S.C. 257; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307 to 310; 47 U.S.C. 336; 47 U.S.C. 534 and 535 *Abstract:*
                         Diversity and competition are longstanding and important Commission goals. The measures proposed, as well as those adopted in this proceeding, are intended to promote diversity of ownership of media outlets. In the Report and Order and Third FNPRM, measures are enacted to increase participation in the broadcasting industry by new entrants and small businesses, including minority- and women-owned businesses. In the Report and Order and Fourth FNPRM, the Commission adopts improvements to its data collection in order to obtain an accurate and comprehensive assessment of minority and female broadcast ownership in the United States. The Memorandum Opinion & Order addressed petitions for reconsideration of the rules, and also sought comment on a proposal to expand the reporting requirements to non attributable interests. Pursuant to a remand from the Third Circuit, the measures adopted in the 2009 Diversity Order were put forth for comment in the NPRM for the 2010 review of the Commission's Broadcast Ownership rules. The Commission sought additional comment in 2014. As directed by the court, the Commission considered a socially and economic disadvantaged business definition as a possible oasis for favorable regulatory treatment. Timetable: Action
Date
FR CiteR&O
05/16/08
73 FR 28361Third FNPRM
05/16/08
73 FR 28400R&O
05/27/09
74 FR 25163Fourth FNPRM
05/27/09
74 FR 25305MO&O
10/30/09
74 FR 56131NPRM
01/19/12
77 FR 28685th NPRM
01/15/13
78 FR 29346th FNPRM
01/15/13
78 FR 2925FNPRM
05/20/14
79 FR 29010Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Hillary DeNigro, Chief, Industry Analysis Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., 
                        ( print page 76829)
                        Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone*: 202-418-7334, 
                        *Email: hillary.denigro@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ27 484. Amendment of the Commission's Rules Related to Retransmission Consent (MB Docket No. 10-71) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 325; 47 U.S.C. 534 *Abstract:*
                         Cable systems and other multichannel video programming distributors are not entitled to retransmit a broadcast station's signal without the station's consent. This consent is known as “retransmission consent.” Since Congress enacted the retransmission consent regime in 1992, there have been significant changes in the video programming marketplace. In this proceeding, comment is sought on a series of proposals to streamline and clarify the Commission's rules concerning or affecting retransmission consent negotiations. In the 2014 Report and Order, the Commission adopted a rule providing that it is a violation of the duty to negotiate retransmission consent in good faith for a television station that is ranked among the top four stations to negotiate retransmission consent jointly with another such station if the stations are not commonly owned and serve the same geographic market. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/28/11
76 FR 17071NPRM Comment Period End
05/27/11R&O
05/19/14
79 FR 28615Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Diana Sokolow, Attorney, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Media Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2120, 
                        *Email: diana.sokolow@fcc.gov* *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ55 485. Video Description: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No.11-43) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303 *Abstract:*
                         The Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (“CVAA”) requires reinstatement of the video description rules adopted by the Commission in 2000. “Video description,” which is the insertion of narrated descriptions of a television program's key visual elements into natural pauses in the program's dialogue, makes video programming more accessible to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. This proceeding was initiated to enable compliance with the CVAA. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/18/11
76 FR 14856NPRM Comment Period End
04/18/11R&O
09/08/11
76 FR 55585Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Mary Beth Murphy, Chief, Policy Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2132, 
                        *Email: marybeth.murphy@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ56 486. Closed Captioning of Internet Protocol-Delivered Video Programming: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No. 11-154) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 330(b); 47 U.S.C. 613; 47 U.S.C. 617 *Abstract:*
                         Pursuant to the Commission's responsibilities under the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010, this proceeding was initiated to adopt rules to govern the closed captioning requirements for the owners, providers, and distributors of video programming delivered using Internet protocol. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
09/28/11
76 FR 59963R&O
03/20/12
77 FR 19480Order on Recon, FNPRM
07/02/13
78 FR 396912nd Order on Recon
08/05/14
79 FR 453542nd FNPRM
08/05/14
79 FR 45397Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Diana Sokolow, Attorney, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Media Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2120, 
                        *Email: diana.sokolow@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ67 487. Accessibility of User Interfaces and Video Programming Guides and Menus (MB Docket No. 12-108) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 303(aa); 47 U.S.C. 303(bb) *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding was initiated to implement sections 204 and 205 of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act. These sections generally require that user interfaces on digital apparatus and navigation devices used to view video programming be accessible to and usable by individuals who are blind or visually impaired. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/18/13
78 FR 36478NPRM Comment Period End
07/15/13R&O
12/20/13
78 FR 77210FNPRM
12/20/13
78 FR 77074Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Adam Copeland, Attorney, Policy Division Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2120, 
                        *Email: adam.copeland@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK11 488. • Network Non-Duplication and Syndicated Exclusivity Rule (MB Docket No. 14-29) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303(R); 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 339(b); 47 USC573(b) *Abstract:*
                         In this proceeding, the Commission continues to examine whether to eliminate or modify the network no-duplication and syndicated exclusivity rules in light of changes in the video marketplace in the more than 40 years since these rules were adopted. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/10/14
79 FR 19849NPRM Comment Period End
05/12/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Kathy Berthot, Attorney, Policy Div. Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2120, 
                        *Email: kathy.berthot@fcc.gov*.
                        ( print page 76830) *RIN:*
                         3060-AK18 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Office of Managing Director Long-Term Actions 489. Assessment and Collection of Regulatory Fees *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 159 *Abstract:*
                         Section 9 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. 159, requires the FCC to recover the cost of its activities by assessing and collecting annual regulatory fees from beneficiaries of the activities. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/06/06
71 FR 17410R&O
08/02/06
71 FR 43842NPRM
05/02/07
72 FR 24213R&O
08/16/07
72 FR 45908FNPRM
08/16/07
72 FR 46010NPRM
05/28/08
73 FR 30563R&O
08/26/08
73 FR 50201FNPRM
08/26/08
73 FR 502852nd R&O
05/12/09
74 FR 22104NPRM and Order
06/02/09
74 FR 26329R&O
08/11/09
74 FR 40089NPRM
04/26/10
75 FR 21536R&O
07/19/10
75 FR 41932NPRM
05/26/11
76 FR 30605R&O
08/10/11
76 FR 49333NPRM
05/17/12
77 FR 29275R&O
08/03/12
77 FR 46307NPRM
08/17/12
77 FR 49749NPRM
06/10/13
78 FR 34612R&O
08/23/13
78 FR 52433NPRM
07/03/14
79 FR 37982R&O
09/11/14
79 FR 54190Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes *Agency Contact:*
                         Roland Helvajian, Office of the Managing Director, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0444, 
                        *Email: roland.helvajian@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI79 490. Amendment of Part 1 of the Commission's Rules, Concerning Practice and Procedure, Amendment of Cores Registration System; MD Docket No. 10-234 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 158(c)(2); 47 U.S.C. 159(c)(2); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 5 U.S.C. 5514; 31 U.S.C. 7701(c)(1) *Abstract:*
                         This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes revisions intended to make the Commission's Registration System (CORES) more feature-friendly and improve the Commission's ability to comply with various statutes that govern debt collection and the collection of personal information by the Federal Government. The proposed modifications to CORES partly include: Requiring entities and individuals to rely primarily upon a single FRN that may, at their discretion, be linked to subsidiary or associated accounts; allowing entities to identify multiple points of contact; eliminating some of our exceptions to the requirement that entities and individuals provide their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) at the time of registration; requiring FRN holders to provide their email addresses; modifying CORES log-in procedures; adding attention flags and automated notices that would inform FRN holders of their financial standing before the Commission; and adding data fields to enable FRN holders to indicate their tax-exempt status and notify the Commission of pending bankruptcy proceedings. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/01/11
76 FR 5652NPRM Comment Period End
03/03/11Public Notice
02/15/11Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Warren Firschein, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0844, 
                        *Email: warren.firschein@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ54 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau Long-Term Actions 491. Revision of the Rules To Ensure Compatibility With Enhanced 911 Emergency Calling Systems *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 134(i); 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 208; 47 U.S.C. 215; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 309 *Abstract:*
                         In a series of orders in several related proceedings issued since 1996, the Federal Communications Commission has taken action to improve the quality and reliability of 911 emergency services for wireless phone users. Rules have been adopted governing the availability of basic 911 services and the implementation of enhanced 911 (E911) for wireless services. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteFNPRM
08/02/96
61 FR 40374R&O
08/02/96
61 FR 40348MO&O
01/16/98
63 FR 2631Second R&O
06/28/99
64 FR 34564Third R&O
11/04/99
64 FR 60126Second MO&O
12/29/99
64 FR 72951Fourth MO&O
10/02/00
65 FR 58657FNPRM
06/13/01
66 FR 31878Order
11/02/01
66 FR 55618R&O
05/23/02
67 FR 36112Public Notice
07/17/02
67 FR 46909Order to Stay
07/26/02Order on Recon
01/22/03
68 FR 2914FNPRM
01/23/03
68 FR 3214R&O, Second FNPRM
02/11/04
69 FR 6578Second R&O
09/07/04
69 FR 54037NPRM
06/20/07
72 FR 33948NPRM Comment Period End
09/18/07R&O
02/14/08
73 FR 8617Public Notice
09/25/08
73 FR 55473Comment Period End
10/18/08Public Notice
11/18/09
74 FR 59539Comment Period End
12/04/09FNPRM, NOI
11/02/10
75 FR 67321Second R&O
11/18/10
75 FR 70604Order, Comment Period Extension
01/07/11
76 FR 1126Comment Period End
02/18/11Final Rule
04/28/11
76 FR 23713NPRM
08/04/11
76 FR 47114Second FNPRM
08/04/11
76 FR 471143rd R&O
09/28/11
76 FR 59916NPRM Comment Period End
11/02/113rd FNPRM
03/28/14
79 FR 17820Order Extending Comment Period
06/10/14
79 FR 331633rd FNPRM Comment Period End
07/14/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0952, 
                        *Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AG34 492. Enhanced 911 Services for Wireline *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 222; 47 U.S.C. 251
                        ( print page 76831) *Abstract:*
                         The rules generally will assist State governments in drafting legislation that will ensure that multiline telephone systems are compatible with the enhanced 911 network. The Public Notice seeks comment on whether the Commission, rather than States, should regulate multiline telephone systems, and whether part 68 of the Commission's rules should be revised. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/11/94
59 FR 54878FNPRM
01/23/03
68 FR 3214Second FNPRM
02/11/04
69 FR 6595R&O
02/11/04
69 FR 6578Public Notice
01/13/05
70 FR 2405Comment Period End
03/29/05NOI
01/13/11
76 FR 2297NOI Comment Period End
03/14/11Public Notice (Release Date)
05/21/12Public Notice Comment Period End
08/06/12Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0952, 
                        *Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AG60 493. In the Matter of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 229; 47 U.S.C. 1001 to 1008 *Abstract:*
                         All of the decisions in this proceeding thus far are aimed at implementation of provisions of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/10/97
62 FR 63302Order
01/13/98
63 FR 1943FNPRM
11/16/98
63 FR 63639R&O
01/29/99
64 FR 51462Order
03/29/99
64 FR 14834Second R&O
09/23/99
64 FR 51462Third R&O
09/24/99
64 FR 51710Order on Recon
09/28/99
64 FR 52244Policy Statement
10/12/99
64 FR 55164Second Order on Recon
05/04/01
66 FR 22446Order
10/05/01
66 FR 50841Order on Remand
05/02/02
67 FR 21999NPRM
09/23/04
69 FR 56976First R&O
10/13/05
70 FR 59704Second R&O
07/05/06
71 FR 38091Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0952, 
                        *Email*: 
                        *tom.beers@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AG74 494. Implementation of 911 Act (CC Docket No. 92-105, WT Docket No. 00-110) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 202; 47 U.S.C. 208; 47 U.S.C. 210; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 251(e); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 308 to 309(j); 47 U.S.C. 310 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding was separate from the Commission's proceeding on Enhanced 911 Emergency Systems (E911) in that it intended to implement provisions of the Wireless Communications and Public Safety Act of 1999 through the promotion of public safety by the deployment of a seamless, nationwide emergency communications infrastructure that includes wireless communications services. More specifically, the chief goal of the proceeding is to ensure that all emergency calls are routed to the appropriate local emergency authority to provide assistance. The E911 proceeding goes a step further and was aimed at improving the effectiveness and reliability of wireless 911 dispatchers with additional information on wireless 911 calls. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteFourth R&O, Third NPRM
09/19/00
65 FR 56752NPRM
09/19/00
65 FR 56757Fifth R&O, First R&O, and MO&O
01/14/02
67 FR 1643Final Rule
01/25/02
67 FR 3621Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0952, 
                        *Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH90 495. E911 Requirements for IP-Enabled Service Providers (Dockets Nos. GN 11-117, PS 07-114, WC 05-196, WC 04-36) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 251(e); 47 U.S.C. 303(r) *Abstract:*
                         The notice seeks comment on what additional steps the Commission should take to ensure that providers of Voice over Internet Protocol services that interconnect with the public switched telephone network to provide ubiquitous and reliable enhanced 911 service. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/29/04
69 FR 16193NPRM
06/29/05
70 FR 37307R&O
06/29/05
70 FR 37273NPRM Comment Period End
09/12/05NPRM
06/20/07
72 FR 33948NPRM Comment Period End
09/18/07FNPRM, NOI
11/02/10
75 FR 67321Order, Extension of Comment Period
01/07/11
76 FR 1126Comment Period End
02/18/112nd FNPRM, NPRM
08/04/11
76 FR 471142nd FNPRM Comment Period End
11/02/11Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0952, 
                        *Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI62 496. Commercial Mobile Alert System *Legal Authority:*Pub. L. 109-347 title VI; E.O. 13407; 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) *Abstract:*
                         In the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Commission initiated a comprehensive rulemaking to establish a commercial mobile alert system under which commercial mobile service providers may elect to transmit emergency alerts to the public. The Commission has issued three orders adopting CMAS rules as required by statute. Issues raised in an FNPRM regarding testing requirements for noncommercial educational and public 
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                        broadcast television stations remain outstanding. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
01/03/08
73 FR 545NPRM Comment Period End
02/04/08First R&O
07/24/08
73 FR 43009Second R&O
08/14/08
73 FR 47550FNPRM
08/14/08
73 FR 47568FNPRM Comment Period End
09/15/08Third R&O
09/22/08
73 FR 54511Approval of Information Collection for 2nd R&O
02/13/12
77 FR 41331Order
02/25/13
78 FR 16806Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Lisa Fowlkes, Deputy Bureau Chief, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7452, 
                        *Email: lisa.fowlkes@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ03 497. Wireless E911 Location Accuracy Requirements; PS Docket No. 07-114 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 332 *Abstract:*
                         This is related to the proceedings in which the FCC has previously acted to improve the quality of all emergency services. Wireless carriers must provide specific automatic location information in connection with 911 emergency calls to Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). Wireless licensees must satisfy Enhanced 911 location accuracy standards at either a county-based or a PSAP-based geographic level. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/20/07
72 FR 33948R&O
02/14/08
73 FR 8617Public Notice
09/25/08
73 FR 55473FNPRM; NOI
11/02/10
75 FR 67321Public Notice
11/18/09
74 FR 595392nd R&O
11/18/10
75 FR 70604Second NPRM
08/04/11
76 FR 47114Second NPRM Comment Period End
11/02/11Final Rule
04/28/11
76 FR 23713NPRM, 3rd R&O, and 2nd FNPRM
09/28/11
76 FR 599163rd FNPRM
03/28/14
79 FR 17820Order Extending Comment Period
06/10/14
79 FR 331633rd FNPRM Comment Period End
07/14/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0952, 
                        *Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ52 498. Private Land Radio Services/Miscellaneous Wireless Communications Services *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 309; Pub. L. 112-96 *Abstract:*
                         This action proposes technical rules to protect against harmful radio frequency interference in the spectrum designated for public safety services under the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/24/13
78 FR 24138NPRM Comment Period End
05/24/13R&O
01/06/14
79 FR 588Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Brian Hurley, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2220, 
                        *Email: brian.hurley@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ99 499. • Proposed Amendments to Service Rules Governing Public Safety Narrowband Operations in the 769-775 and 799-805 MHZ Bands *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 337(a); 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding seeks to amend the Commission's rules to promote spectrum efficiency, interoperability, and flexibility in 700 MHz public safety narrowband operations (769775/799805 MHz). *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/19/13
78 FR 23529Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Brian Marenco, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0838, 
                        *Email: brian.marenco@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK19 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau Completed Actions 500. Development of Operational, Technical, and Spectrum Requirements for Public Safety Communications Requirements *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201 and 202; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 337(a); 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         This item takes steps toward developing a flexible regulatory framework to meet vital current and future public safety communications needs. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/09/97
62 FR 60199Second NPRM
11/07/97
62 FR 60199First R&O
11/02/98
63 FR 58645Third NPRM
11/02/98
63 FR 58685First MO&O
11/04/99
64 FR 60123Second R&O
08/08/00
65 FR 48393Fourth NPRM
08/25/00
65 FR 51788Second MO&O
09/05/00
65 FR 53641Third MO&O
11/07/00
65 FR 66644Third R&O
11/07/00
65 FR 66644Fifth NPRM
02/16/01
66 FR 10660Fourth R&O
02/16/01
66 FR 10632Fourth MO&O
09/27/02
67 FR 61002Sixth NPRM
11/08/02
67 FR 68079Fifth R&O
12/13/02
67 FR 76697Seventh NPRM
04/27/05
70 FR 21726Sixth R&O
04/27/05
70 FR 21671Eighth NPRM
04/07/06
71 FR 17786NPRM
09/21/06
71 FR 55149Ninth NPRM
01/10/07
72 FR 1201R&O and FNPRM
05/02/07
72 FR 24238Second R&O
08/24/07
72 FR 48814Second FNPRM
05/21/08
73 FR 29582Third FNPRM
10/03/08
73 FR 57750Third R&O
01/25/11
76 FR 51271Fourth FNPRM
01/25/11
76 FR 51271Fourth FNPRM Comment Period End
05/10/11Fourth R&O
07/20/11
76 FR 62309Seventh R&O
07/10/14
79 FR 39336
 
 
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Brian Marenco, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0838, 
                        *Email: brian.marenco@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AG85 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Long-Term Actions 501. Reexamination of Roaming Obligations of Commercial Mobile Radio Service Providers *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152(n); 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 201(b); 47 U.S.C. 251(a); 47 U.S.C. 253; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 332(c)(1)(B); 47 U.S.C. 309 *Abstract:*
                         This rulemaking considers whether the Commission should adopt an automatic roaming rule for voice services for Commercial Mobile Radio Services and whether the Commission should adopt a roaming rule for mobile data services. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/21/00
65 FR 69891NPRM
09/28/05
70 FR 56612NPRM
01/19/06
71 FR 3029FNPRM
08/30/07
72 FR 50085Final Rule
08/30/07
72 FR 50064Final Rule
04/28/10
75 FR 22263FNPRM
04/28/10
75 FR 223382nd R&O
05/06/11
76 FR 26199Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Peter Trachtenberg, Associate Division Chief SCPD, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7369, 
                        *Email: peter.trachtenberg@fcc.gov*. Christina Clearwater, Assistant Division Chief, SCPD, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1893, 
                        *Email: christina.clearwater@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH83 502. Review of Part 87 of the Commission's Rules Concerning Aviation (WT Docket No. 01-289) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307(e) *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding is intended to streamline, consolidate, and revise our part 87 rules governing the Aviation Radio Service. The rule changes are designed to ensure these rules reflect current technological advances. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/16/01
66 FR 64785NPRM Comment Period End
03/14/02R&O and FNPRM
10/16/03FNPRM
04/12/04
69 FR 19140FNPRM Comment Period End
07/12/04R&O
06/14/04
69 FR 32577NPRM
12/06/06
71 FR 70710NPRM Comment Period End
03/06/07Final Rule
12/06/06
71 FR 706713rd R&O
03/29/11
76 FR 17347Stay Order
03/29/11
76 FR 173533rd FNPRM
01/30/13
78 FR 6276Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Jeff Tobias, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0680, 
                        *Email: jeff.tobias@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI35 503. Implementation of the Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA) and Modernization of the Commission's Competitive Bidding Rules and Procedures (WT Docket No. 05-211) *Legal Authority:*15 U.S.C. 79; 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and (j); 47 U.S.C. 155; 47 U.S.C. 155(c); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 309(j); 47 U.S.C. 325(e); 47 U.S.C. 334; 47 U.S.C. 336; 47 U.S.C. 339; 47 U.S.C. 554 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding implements rules and procedures needed to comply with the Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA). It establishes a mechanism for reimbursing Federal agencies' out-of-spectrum auction proceeds for the cost of relocating their operations from certain “eligible frequencies” that have been reallocated from Federal to non-Federal use. It also seeks to improve the Commission's ability to achieve Congress' directives with regard to designated entities and to ensure that, in accordance with the intent of Congress, every recipient of its designated entity benefits is an entity that uses its licenses to directly provide facilities-based telecommunications services for the benefit of the public. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/14/05
70 FR 43372NPRM Comment Period End
08/26/05Declaratory Ruling
06/14/05
70 FR 43322R&O
01/24/06
71 FR 6214FNPRM
02/03/06
71 FR 6992FNPRM Comment Period End
02/24/06Second R&O
04/25/06
71 FR 26245Order on Recon of Second R&O
06/02/06
71 FR 34272NPRM
06/21/06
71 FR 35594NPRM Comment Period End
08/21/06Reply Comment Period End
09/19/06Second Order and Recon of Second R&O
04/04/08
73 FR 18528Order
02/01/12
77 FR 16470Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Kelly Quinn, Assistant Chief, Auctions and Spectrum Access Division, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW.,  Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7384, 
                        *Email: kelly.quinn@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI88 504. Facilitating the Provision of Fixed and Mobile Broadband Access, Educational, and Other Advanced Services in the 2150-2162 and 2500-2690 MHZ Bands *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303; 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 332; 47 U.S.C. 336 and 337 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission seeks comment on whether to assign Educational Broadband Service (EBS) spectrum in the Gulf of Mexico. It also seeks comment on how to license unassigned and available EBS spectrum. Specifically, we seek comment on whether it would be in the public interest to develop a scheme for licensing unassigned EBS spectrum that avoids mutual exclusivity; we ask whether EBS eligible entities could participate fully in a spectrum auction; we seek comment on the use of small business size standards and bidding credits for EBS if we adopt a licensing scheme that could result in mutually exclusive applications; we seek comment on the proper market size and size of spectrum blocks for new EBS licenses; and we seek comment on issuing one license to a State agency designated by the Governor to be the spectrum manager, using frequency 
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                        coordinators to avoid mutually exclusive EBS applications, as well as other alternative licensing schemes. The Commission must develop a new licensing scheme for EBS in order to achieve the Commission's goal of facilitating the development of new and innovative wireless services for the benefit of students throughout the Nation. In addition, the Commission has sought comment on a proposal intended to make it possible to use wider channel bandwidths for the provision of broadband services in these spectrum bands. The proposed changes may permit operators to use spectrum more efficiently, and to provide higher data rates to consumers, thereby advancing key goals of the National Broadband Plan. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/02/03
68 FR 34560NPRM Comment Period End
09/08/03FNPRM
07/29/04
69 FR 72048FNPRM Comment Period End
01/10/03R&O
07/29/04
69 FR 72020MO&O
04/27/06
71 FR 35178FNPRM
03/20/08
73 FR 26067FNPRM Comment Period End
07/07/08MO&O
03/20/08
73 FR 26032MO&O
09/28/09
74 FR 49335FNPRM
09/28/09
74 FR 49356FNPRM Comment Period End
10/13/09R&O
06/03/10
75 FR 33729FNPRM
05/27/11
76 FR 32901FNPRM Comment Period End
07/22/11R&O
07/16/14
79 FR 41448Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         John Schauble, Deputy Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0797, 
                        *Email: john.schauble@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ12 505. Amendment of the Rules Regarding Maritime Automatic Identification Systems (WT Docket No. 04-344) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 306; 47 U.S.C. 307(e); 47 U.S.C. 332; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 161 *Abstract:*
                         This action adopts additional measures for domestic implementation of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), an advanced marine vessel tracking and navigation technology that can significantly enhance our Nation's homeland security as well as maritime safety. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteFinal Rule
01/29/09
74 FR 5117Final Rule Effective
03/02/09Petition for Recon
04/03/09
74 FR 15271Final Rule
05/26/11
76 FR 33653Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Jeff Tobias, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0680, 
                        *Email: jeff.tobias@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ16 506. Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 2155-2175 MHZ Band; WT Docket No. 13-185 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 301 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding explores the possible uses of the 2155-2175 MHz frequency band (AWS-3) to support the introduction of new advanced wireless services, including third generations as well as future generations of wireless systems. Advanced wireless systems could provide for a wide range of voice data and broadband services over a variety of mobile and fixed networks. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) sought comment on what service rules should be adopted in the AWS-3 band. We requested comment on rules for licensing this spectrum in a manner that will permit it to be fully and promptly utilized to bring advanced wireless services to American consumers. Our objective is to allow for the most effective and efficient use of the spectrum in this band, while also encouraging development of robust wireless broadband services. We proposed to apply our flexible, market-oriented rules to the band in order to meet this objective. Thereafter, the Commission released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), seeking comment on the Commission's proposed AWS-3 rules, which include adding 5 megahertz of spectrum (2175-80 MHz) to the AWS-3 band, and requiring licensees of that spectrum to provide—using up to 25 percent of its wireless network capacity—free, 2-way broadband Internet service at engineered data rates of at least 768 kbps downstream. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/14/07
72 FR 64013NPRM Comment Period End
01/14/08FNPRM
06/25/08
73 FR 35995FNPRM Comment Period End
08/11/08FNPRM
08/20/13
78 FR 51559FNPRM Comment Period End
10/16/13R&O
06/04/14
79 FR 32366Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Peter Daronco, Deputy Div. Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7235, 
                        *Email: peter.daronco@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ19 507. Rules Authorizing the Operation of Low Power Auxiliary Stations in the 698-806 MHZ Band (WT Docket No. 08-166) Public Interest Spectrum Coalition, Petition for Rulemaking Regarding Low Power Auxiliary *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 301 and 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 304; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 309; 47 U.S.C. 316; 47 U.S.C. 332; 47 U.S.C. 336 and 337 *Abstract:*
                         On January 15, 2010, the Commission released a Report and Order that prohibits the distribution and sale of wireless microphones that operate in the 700 MHz band (698-806 MHz, channels 52-69) and includes a number of provisions to clear these devices from that band. These actions help complete an important part of the DTV transition by clearing the 700 MHz band to enable the rollout of communications services for public safety and the deployment of next generation wireless devices. On January 15, 2010, the Commission also released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on the operation of low power auxiliary stations, including wireless microphones, in the core TV bands (channels 2-51, excluding channel 37). Among the issues the Commission is considering in the Further Notice are revisions to its rules to expand eligibility for licenses to operate wireless microphones under part 74; the operation of wireless microphones on 
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                        an unlicensed basis in the core TV bands under part 15; technical rules to apply to low power wireless audio devices, including wireless microphones, operating in the core TV bands on an unlicensed basis under part 15 of the rules; and long-term solutions to address the operation of wireless microphones and the efficient use of the core TV spectrum. On October 5, 2012, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and the Office of Engineering and Technology released a Public Notice asking that the record be refreshed on two issues in the Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: whether the Commission should provide a limited expansion of license eligibility under part 74 of the rules applicable to low power auxiliary stations, and what steps the Commission should take to promote more efficient use of spectrum by wireless microphones. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
09/03/08
73 FR 51406NPRM Comment Period End
10/20/08R&O
01/22/10
75 FR 3622FNPRM
01/22/10
75 FR 3682FNPRM Comment Period End
03/22/10Public Notice
10/05/12Second R&O
07/14/14
79 FR 40680Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         G. William Stafford, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0563, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-3956, 
                        *Email: bill.stafford@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ21 508. Amendment of the Commission's Rules To Improve Public Safety Communications in the 800 MHZ Band, and To Consolidate the 800 MHZ and 900 MHZ Business and Industrial/Land Transportation Pool Channels *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 332 *Abstract:*
                         This action adopts rules that retain the current site-based licensing paradigm for the 900 MHz B/ILT “white space”; adopts interference protection rules applicable to all licensees operating in the 900 MHz B/ILT spectrum; and lifts, on a rolling basis, the freeze placed on applications for new 900 MHz B/ILT licenses in September 2004—the lift being tied to the completion of rebanding in each 800 MHz National Public Safety Planning Advisory Committee (NPSPAC) region. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/18/05
70 FR 13143NPRM Comment Period End
06/12/05
70 FR 23080Final Rule
12/16/08
73 FR 67794Petition for Recon
03/12/09
74 FR 10739Order on Recon
07/17/13
78 FR 42701Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Joyce Jones, Attorney Advisor, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1327, 
                        *Email: joyce.jones@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ22 509. Amendment of Part 101 To Accommodate 30 MHZ Channels in the 6525-6875 MHZ Band and Provide Conditional Authorization on Channels in the 21.8-22.0 and 23.0-23.2 GHZ Band (WT Docket No. 04-114) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 310; 47 U.S.C. 319; 47 U.S.C. 324; 47 U.S.C. 332 and 333 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission seeks comments on modifying its rules to authorize channels with bandwidths of as much as 30 MHz in the 6525-6875 MHz band. We also propose to allow conditional authorization on additional channels in the 21.8-22.0 and 23.0-23.2 GHz bands. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/29/09
74 FR 36134NPRM Comment Period End
07/22/09R&O
06/11/10
75 FR 41767Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         John Schauble, Deputy Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0797, 
                        *Email: john.schauble@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ28 510. In the Matter of Service Rules for the 698 to 746, 747 to 762, and 777 to 792 MHZ Bands *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 309 *Abstract:*
                         This is one of several docketed proceedings involved in the establishment of rules governing wireless licenses in the 698-806 MHz band (the 700 MHz band). This spectrum is being vacated by television broadcasters in TV channels 52-69. It is being made available for wireless services, including public safety and commercial services, as a result of the digital television (DTV) transition. This docket has to do with service rules for the commercial services, and is known as the 700 MHz Commercial Services proceeding. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/03/06
71 FR 48506NPRM
09/20/06FNPRM
05/02/07
72 FR 24238FNPRM Comment Period End
05/23/07R&O
07/31/07
72 FR 48814Order on Recon
09/24/07
72 FR 56015Second FNPRM
05/14/08
73 FR 29582Second FNPRM Comment Period End
06/20/08Third FNPRM
09/05/08
73 FR 57750Third FNPRM Comment Period End
11/03/08Second R&O
02/20/09
74 FR 8868Final Rule
03/04/09
74 FR 8868Order on Recon
03/01/13
78 FR 19424Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Paul D'Ari, Spectrum and Competition Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1550, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-7447, 
                        *Email: paul.dari@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ35 511. National Environmental Act Compliance for Proposed Tower Registrations; In the Matter of Effects on Migratory Birds *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303(q); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 309(g); 42 U.S.C. 4321 
                        *et seq.* *Abstract:*
                         On April 14, 2009, American Bird Conservancy, Defenders of Wildlife, and National Audubon Society filed a Petition for Expedited Rulemaking and Other Relief. The petitioners request that the Commission 
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                        adopt on an expedited basis a variety of new rules which they assert are necessary to comply with environmental statutes and their implementing regulations. This proceeding addresses the Petition for Expedited Rulemaking and Other Relief. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/22/06
71 FR 67510NPRM Comment Period End
02/20/07New NPRM Comment Period End
05/23/07Order on Remand
01/26/12
77 FR 3935Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Jeff Steinberg, Deputy Chief, Spectrum and Competition Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0896, 
                        *Email: jeffrey.steinberg@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ36 512. Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 303 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding considers rule changes impacting miscellaneous part 90 Private Land Mobile Radio rules. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/13/07
72 FR 32582FNPRM
04/14/10
75 FR 19340Order on Recon
05/27/10
75 FR 296775th R&O
05/16/13
78 FR 28749Petition for Reconsideration
07/23/13
78 FR 44091Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Rodney P Conway, Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2904, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1944, 
                        *Email: rodney.conway@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ37 513. Amendment of Part 101 of the Commission's Rules for Microwave Use and Broadcast Auxiliary Service Flexibility *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 157; 47 U.S.C. 160 and 201; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 310; 47 U.S.C. 319 and 324; 47 U.S.C. 332 and 333 *Abstract:*
                         In this document, the Commission commences a proceeding to remove regulatory barriers to the use of spectrum for wireless backhaul and other point-to-point and point-to-multipoint communications. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/05/10
75 FR 52185NPRM Comment Period End
11/22/10R&O
09/27/11
76 FR 59559FNPRM
09/27/11
76 FR 59614FNPRM Comment Period End
10/25/11R&O
09/05/12
77 FR 54421FNPRM
09/05/12
77 FR 54511FNPRM Comment Period End
10/22/12Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         John Schauble, Deputy Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0797, 
                        *Email: john.schauble@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ47 514. 2004 and 2006 Biennial Regulatory Reviews—Streamlining and Other Revisions of the Commission's Rules Governing Construction, Marking, and Lighting of Antenna Structures *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i)-(j) and 161; 47 U.S.C. 303(q) *Abstract:*
                         In this NPRM, in WT Docket No. 10-88, the Commission seeks comment on revisions to part 17 of the Commission's rules governing construction, marking, and lighting of antenna structures. The Commission initiated this proceeding to update and modernize the part 17 rules. These proposed revisions are intended to improve compliance with these rules and allow the Commission to enforce them more effectively, helping to better ensure the safety of pilots and aircraft passengers nationwide. The proposed revisions would also remove outdated and burdensome requirements without compromising the Commission's statutory responsibility to prevent antenna structures from being hazards or menaces to air navigation. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
05/21/10
75 FR 28517NPRM Comment Period End
07/20/10NPRM Reply Comment Period End
08/19/10R&O (release date)
08/08/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Dan Abeyta, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1538, 
                        *Email: dan.abeyta@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ50 515. Universal Service Reform Mobility Fund (WT Docket No. 10-208) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 155; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 205; 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 254; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 303(c); 47 U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 303(y); 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 310 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding establishes the Mobility Fund which provides an initial infusion of funds toward solving persistent gaps in mobile services through targeted, one-time support for the build-out of current and next-generation wireless infrastructure in areas where these services are unavailable. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/14/10
75 FR 67060NPRM Comment Period End
01/18/11R&O
11/29/11
76 FR 73830FNPRM
12/16/11
76 FR 78384R&O
12/28/11
76 FR 815622nd R&O
07/03/12
77 FR 394354th Order on Recon
08/14/12
77 FR 48453Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Scott Mackoul, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0660. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ58
                        ( print page 76837) 516. Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service Bands at 1525-1559 MHZ and 1626.5-1660.5 MHZ, 1610-1626.5 MHZ and 2483.5-2500 MHZ, and 2000-2020 MHZ and 2180-2200 MHZ *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 154; 47 U.S.C. 303 and 310 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission proposes steps to make additional spectrum available for new investment in mobile broadband networks while ensuring that the United States maintains robust mobile satellite service capabilities. Mobile broadband is emerging as one of America's most dynamic innovation and economic platforms. Yet tremendous demand growth will soon test the limits of spectrum availability. 90 megahertz of spectrum allocated to the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS)—in the 2 GHz band, Big LEO band, and L-band—are potentially available for terrestrial mobile broadband use. The Commission seeks to remove regulatory barriers to terrestrial use, and to promote additional investments, such as those recently made possible by a transaction between Harbinger Capital Partners and SkyTerra Communications, while retaining sufficient market wide MSS capability. The Commission proposes to add co-primary Fixed and Mobile allocations to the 2 GHz band, consistent with the International Table of Allocations. This allocation modification is a precondition for more flexible licensing of terrestrial services within the band. Second, the Commission proposes to apply the Commission's secondary market policies and rules applicable to terrestrial services to all transactions involving the use of MSS bands for terrestrial services in order to create greater predictability and regulatory parity with bands licensed for terrestrial mobile broadband service. The Commission also requests comment on further steps we can take to increase the value, utilization, innovation, and investment in MSS spectrum generally. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
07/15/10
75 FR 49871NPRM Comment Period End
09/30/10R&O
04/06/11
76 FR 31252Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Blaise Scinto, Chief, Broadband Div., WTB, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554. 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1380, 
                        *Email: blaise.scinto@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ59 517. Improving Spectrum Efficiency Through Flexible Channel Spacing and Bandwidth Utilization for Economic Area-Based 800 MHZ Specialized Mobile Radio Licensees (WT Docket Nos. 12-64 and 11-110) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 308 *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding was initiated to allow EA-based 800 MHz SMR licensees in 813.5-824/858.5-869 MHz to exceed the channel spacing and bandwidth limitation in section 90.209 of the Commission's rules, subject to conditions. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/29/12
77 FR 18991NPRM Comment Period End
04/13/12R&O
05/24/12
77 FR 33972Petition for Recon Public Notice
08/16/12
77 FR 53163Petition for Recon PN Comment Period End
09/27/12Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Luis Zambrano, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7925, 
                        *Email: luis.zambrano@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ71 518. Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 2000-2020 MHZ and 2180-2200 MHZ Bands *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 153; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 227; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 308; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 310; 47 U.S.C. 316; 47 U.S.C. 319; 47 U.S.C. 324; 47 U.S.C. 332; 47 U.S.C. 333 *Abstract:*
                         In the Report and Order, the Commission increased the Nation's supply of spectrum for mobile broadband by removing unnecessary barriers to flexible use of spectrum currently assigned to the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) in the 2 GHz band. This action carries out a recommendation in the National Broadband Plan that the Commission enable the provision of stand-alone terrestrial services in this spectrum. We do so by adopting service, technical, assignment, and licensing rules for this spectrum. These rules are designed to provide for flexible use of this spectrum, to encourage innovation and investment in mobile broadband, and to provide a stable regulatory environment in which broadband deployment could develop. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM Comment Period End
04/17/12NPRM
04/17/12
77 FR 22720R&O
05/05/13
78 FR 8229Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Peter Daronco, Deputy Div. Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7235, 
                        *Email: peter.daronco@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ73 519. Promoting Interoperability in the 700 MHZ Commercial Spectrum; Requests for Waiver and Extension of Lower 700 MHZ Band Interim Construction Benchmark Deadlines (WT Docket Nos. 12-69 & 12-332) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303(b); 47 U.S.C. 303(e); 47 U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 304; 47 U.S.C. 307(a); 47 U.S.C. 309(j)(3); 47 U.S.C. 316(a)(1); 47 CFR 1.401 
                        *et seq.* *Abstract:*
                         In the Report and Order, the Commission took steps to implement an industry solution to provide interoperable Long Term Evolution (LTE) service in the lower 700 MHz band in an efficient and effective manner to improve choice and quality for consumers of mobile services. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/02/12
77 FR 19575NPRM Comment Period End
06/01/12R&O and Order of Proposed Modification
11/05/13
78 FR 66298Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Jennifer Salhus, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2823, 
                        *Email: jsalhus@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ78
                        ( print page 76838) 520. Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 Related to the 1915-1920 MHZ and 1995-2000 MHZ Bands (WT Docket No. 12-357) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 308; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 310 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission proposes rules for the Advanced Wireless Services (AWS) H Block that would make available 10 megahertz of flexible use. The proposal would extend the widely deployed Personal Communications Services (PCS) band, which is used by the four national providers as well as regional and rural providers to offer mobile service across the nation. The additional spectrum for mobile use will help ensure that the speed, capacity, and ubiquity of the Nation's wireless networks keeps pace with the skyrocketing demand for mobile services. Today's action is a first step in implementing the Congressional directive in the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 (Spectrum Act) that we grant new initial licenses for the 1915-1920 MHz and 1995-2000 MHz bands (the Lower H Block and Upper H Block, respectively) through a system of competitive bidding—unless doing so would cause harmful interference to commercial mobile service licenses in the 1930-1985 MHz (PCS downlink) band. The potential for harmful interference to the PCS downlink band relates only to the Lower H Block transmissions, and may be addressed by appropriate technical rules, including reduced power limits on H Block devices. We, therefore, propose to pair and license the Lower H Block and the Upper H Block for flexible use, including mobile broadband, with an aim to assign the licenses through competitive bidding in 2013. In the event that we conclude that the Lower H Block cannot be used without causing harmful interference to PCS, we propose to license the Upper H Block for full power, and seek comment on appropriate use for the Lower H Block, including Unlicensed PCS. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
01/08/13
78 FR 1166NPRM Comment Period End
03/06/13R&O
08/16/13
78 FR 50213Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Peter Daronco, Deputy Div. Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7235, 
                        *Email: peter.daronco@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ86 521. Amendment of Parts 1, 2, 22, 24, 27, 90 and 95 of the Commission's Rules to Improve Wireless Coverage Through the Use of Signal Boosters (WT Docket No. 10-4) *Legal Authority:*15 U.S.C. 79; 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 155; 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 227; 47 U.S.C. 303(r) *Abstract:*
                         This action adopts new technical, operational, and registration requirements for signal boosters, and creates two classes of signal boosters—Consumer and Industrial—with distinct regulatory requirements for each, thereby establishing a two-step transition process for equipment certification for both consumer and industrial signal boosters sold and marketed in the United States. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
05/10/11
76 FR 26983R&O
04/11/13
78 FR 21555Petition for Recon
06/06/13
78 FR 34015Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Amanda Huetinck, Attorney-Advisor, WTB, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7090, 
                        *Email: amanda.huetinck@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ87 522. Amendment of the Commission's Rules Governing Certain Aviation Ground Station Equipment (Squitter) (WT Docket Nos. 10-61 and 09-42) *Legal Authority:*
                         48 Stat 1066, 1082 as amended; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307(e); 47 U.S.C. 151 to 156; 47 U.S.C. 301 *Abstract:*
                         This action amends part 87 rules to authorize new ground station technologies to promote safety and allow use of frequency 1090 MHz by aeronautical utility mobile stations for airport surface detection equipment commonly referred to as “squitters,” to help reduce collisions between aircraft and airport ground vehicles. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/28/10
75 FR 22352R&O
03/01/13
78 FR 61023Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tim Maguire, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2155, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-7247, 
                        *Email: tim.maguire@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ88 523. Amendment of the Commission's Rules Concerning Commercial Radio Operators (WT Docket No. 10-177) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 332(a)2 *Abstract:*
                         This action amends parts 0, 1, 13, 80, and 87 of the Commission's rules concerning commercial radio operator licenses for maritime and aviation radio stations in order to reduce administrative burdens on the telecom industry. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/29/10
75 FR 66709R&O
05/29/13
78 FR 32165Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Stanislava Kimball, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1306, 
                        *Email: stanislava.kimball@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ91 524. Radiolocation Operations in the 78-81 GHZ Band; WT Docket No. 11-202 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307(e) *Abstract:*
                         We amend our rules to permit the certification, licensing, and use of foreign object debris (FOD) detection radar equipment in the 78-81 GHz band. The presence of FOD on airport runways, taxiways, aprons, and ramps poses a significant threat to the safety of air travel. FOD detection radar equipment will be authorized on a licensed basis under part 90 of our rules. Authorization of other potential radiolocation uses of the 78-81 GHz band will be considered in other proceedings. *Timetable:*( print page 76839) Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
01/11/12
77 FR 1661R&O
07/26/13
78 FR 45072Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tim Maguire, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2155, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-7247, 
                        *Email: tim.maguire@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK04 525. Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules To Permit Terrestrial Trunked Radio (Tetra) Technology; WT Docket No. 11-6 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 161; 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 332(c)(7) *Abstract:*
                         We modify our rules to permit the certification and use of Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) equipment under part 90 of our rules. TETRA is a spectrally efficient digital technology with the potential to provide valuable benefits to land mobile radio users, such as higher security and lower latency than comparable technologies. It does not, however, conform to all of our current part 90 technical rules. In the Notice of Proposed Rule Making and Order (NPRM) in this proceeding, the Commission proposed to amend part 90 to accommodate TETRA technology. We conclude that modifying the part 90 rules to permit the certification and use of TETRA equipment in two bands—the 450-470 MHz portion of the UHF band (421-512 MHz) and Business/Industrial Land Transportation 800 MHz band channels (809-824/854-869 MHz) that are not in the National Public Safety Planning Advisory Committee (NPSPAC) portion of the band-will give private land mobile radio (PLMR) licensees additional equipment alternatives without increasing the potential for interference or other adverse effects on other licensees. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
05/11/11
76 FR 27296R&O
10/10/12
77 FR 61535Order on Recon
08/09/13
78 FR 48627Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Tim Maguire, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2155, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-7247, 
                        *Email: tim.maguire@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK05 526. Promoting Technological Solutions To Combat Wireless Contraband Device Use in Correctional Facilities *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303(a); 47 U.S.C. 303(b); 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 308; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 310; 47 U.S.C. 332 *Abstract:*
                         In this proceeding, the Commission proposes rules to encourage development of multiple technological solutions to combat the use of contraband wireless devices in correctional facilities nationwide. The Commission proposes to streamline rules governing lease agreement modifications between wireless providers and managed access system operators. It also proposes to require wireless providers to terminate service to a contraband wireless device. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
06/18/13
78 FR 36469NPRM Comment Period End
08/08/13Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Melissa Conway, Attorney Advisor, Wireless Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2887, 
                        *Email: melissa.conway@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK06 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Completed Actions 527. Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 1915 to 1920 MHZ, 1995 to 2000 MHZ, 2020 to 2025 MHZ and 2175 to 2180 MHZ Bands *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 301; . . . *Abstract:*
                         This proceeding explores the possible uses of the 1915-1920 MHz, 1995-2000 MHz, 2020-2025 MHz, and 2175-2180 MHz bands (collectively AWS-2) to support the introduction of new advanced wireless services, including third generations as well as future generations of wireless systems. Advanced wireless systems could provide for a wide range of voice data and broadband services over a variety of mobile and fixed networks. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) sought comment on what service rules should be adopted in the AWS-2 band. We requested comment on rules for licensing this spectrum in a manner that will permit it to be fully and promptly utilized to bring advanced wireless services to American consumers. Our objective is to allow for the most effective and efficient use of the spectrum in this band, while also encouraging development of robust wireless broadband services. Thereafter, the Commission released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), seeking comment on the Commission's proposed rules for the 1915-1920 MHz and 1995-2000 MHz bands. In addition, the Commission proposed to add 5 megahertz of spectrum (2175-80 MHz band) to the 2155-2175 MHz band, and would require the licensee of the 2155-2180 MHz band to provide—using up to 25 percent of its wireless network capacity—free, 2-way broadband Internet service at engineered data rates of at least 768 kbps downstream. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/02/04
69 FR 63489NPRM Comment Period End
01/24/05FNPRM
06/25/08
73 FR 35995
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Peter Daronco, Deputy Div. Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-7235, 
                        *Email: peter.daronco@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ20 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Wireline Competition Bureau Proposed Rule Stage 528. • Comprehensive Review of the Part 32 Uniform System of Accounts (WC Docket No. 14-130) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 201(b); 47 U.S.C. 219; 47 U.S.C. 220 *Abstract:*
                         The Commission initiates a rulemaking proceeding to review the Uniform System of Accounts (USOA) to consider ways to minimize the 
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                        compliance burdens on incumbent local exchange carriers while ensuring that the agency retains access to the information it needs to fulfill its regulatory duties. In light of the Commission's actions in areas of price cap regulation, universal service reform, and intercarrier compensation reform, the Commission stated that it is likely appropriate to streamline the existing rules even though those reforms may not have eliminated the need for accounting data for some purposes. The Commission's analysis and proposals are divided into three parts. First, the Commission proposes to streamline the USOA accounting rules while preserving their existing structure. Second, the Commission seeks more focused comment on the accounting requirements needed for price cap carriers to address our statutory and regulatory obligations. Third, the Commission seeks comment on several related issues, including state requirements, rate effects, implementation, continuing property records, and legal authority. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
09/15/14
79 FR 54942NPRM Comment Period End
11/14/14NPRM Reply Comment Period End
12/15/14
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Robin Cohn, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2747, 
                        *Email: robin.cohn@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK20 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Wireline Competition Bureau Long-Term Actions 529. Implementation of the Universal Service Portions of the 1996 Telecommunications Act *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 
                        *et seq.* *Abstract:*
                         The Telecommunications Act of 1996 expanded the traditional goal of universal service to include increased access to both telecommunications and advanced services—such as high-speed Internet—for all consumers at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. The Act established principles for universal service that specifically focused on increasing access to evolving services for consumers living in rural and insular areas, and for consumers with low incomes. Additional principles called for increased access to high-speed Internet in the nation's schools, libraries, and rural health care facilities. The FCC established four programs within the Universal Service Fund to implement the statute. The four programs are: Connect America Fund (formally known as High-Cost Support) for rural areas, Lifeline (for low-income consumers), including initiatives to expand phone service for Native Americans Schools and Libraries (E-rate), Rural Health Care,The Universal Service Fund is paid for by contributions from telecommunications carriers, including wireline and wireless companies, and interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) providers, including cable companies that provide voice service, based on an assessment on their interstate and international end-user revenues. The Universal Service Administrative Company, or USAC, administers the four programs and collects monies for the Universal Service Fund under the direction of the FCC. On July 26, 2012, the Commission released a Public Notice seeking comments on a proposed survey of urban rates for fixed voice and fixed broadband residential services. On September 12, 2012, the Commission released a Public Notice seeking comments on the 2013 Modification of Average Schedule high-cost loop support formula proposed by NECA. On November 16, 2012, the Commission released a fifth Order on Reconsideration clarifying certain aspects of the USF/ICC Transformation Order regarding financial reporting obligations and requests for waivers in response to various petitions for reconsideration and/or clarification. On November 19, 2012, the Commission released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on two alternative approaches to advancing broadband objectives in price cap territories, using the remaining 2012 Connect America Phase I funding. On November 23, 2012, the Commission released a public notice seeking comments on proposed revisions to the annual Telecommunications Reporting Worksheet, FCC Forms 499A-Q and their accompanying instructions. On December 13, 2012, the Commission released an Order approving NECA's 2013 proposing modifications to the formula used to calculate interstate USF High-Cost Loop Support for Average Schedule Companies. On December 21, 2012, the Commission released a Report and Order launching the Healthcare Connect Fund to expand health care provider access to broadband and foster state and regional broadband health care networks, and creates a Skilled Nursing Facility Pilot Program. On January 2, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing the comment cycle regarding modifications to Connect America Phase I Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. On January 17, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice seeking further comment on issues related to the implementation of the Remote Areas Fund. On January 30, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing the high-cost loop support benchmarks to be used by NECA for 2013. On February 8, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice seeking to further develop the record on issues relating to Connect America Phase II support for price cap carriers serving areas outside of the contiguous United States. On February 12, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice seeking updates and corrections to TelcoMaster table for the Connect America Cost Model. On February 26, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice seeking comments on issues related to the service obligations for support recipients and unsubsidized competitors in Phase II of Connect America. On February 27, 2013, the Commission released a Sixth Order on Reconsideration and Memorandum Opinion and Order addressing several issues related to the benchmarking rule and other changes made to high-cost universal service support for rate-of-return carriers in the USF/ICC Transformation Order. On March 26, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing updated 2013 high-cost loop support benchmarks, accounting for the changes adopted in the Sixth Order on Reconsideration, and making minor corrections to the input variables. On April 15, 2013, the Commission released a Memorandum Opinion and Order granting limited forbearance to Lifeline-only eligible telecommunications carrier from requirements of the Communications Act and the Commission's rules. On April 22, 2013, the Commission released a Report and Order adopting platform, addressing the design of the network and network engineering for Connect America Cost Model to estimate forward-looking costs of Connect America Phase II deployment. On May 16, 2013, the Commission released a Report and Order announcing the parameters for the Connect America 
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                        Phase II. On May 22, 2013, the Commission released a Report and Order providing for a second round of Connect America Phase I incremental funding in 2013 to further leverage private investment in rural America and accelerate the availability of broadband to consumers who lack access. On May 23, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice providing guidance regarding the 2013 Lifeline recertification process. On June 7, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing the availability of version 3.1.3 of the Connect America Cost Model (CAM). On June 17, 2013, the Commission announced the release of illustrative model outputs from running the Connect America Cost Model version 3.1.3 and of model methodology documentation. On June 25, 2013, the Commission released an Order codifying the Commission's requirement that eligible telecommunications carriers verify a Lifeline subscriber's eligibility for Lifeline service before activating such service. On July 16, 2013, the Commission released an Order on Reconsideration requiring carriers to report updates to planned Phase I deployments and provide a limited waiver of the deadline for carriers to accept second round Phase I support. On July 23, 2013, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking initiating a review and update of the E-rate program to focus on 21st-century broadband needs of schools and libraries. On July 26, 2013, the Commission released an Order adopting several measures to provide greater clarity regarding universal service high-cost support amounts that the rate-of-return carriers will receive in 2014. On August 29, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing availability of version 3.2 of the CAM (including illustrative results), and seeks comment on certain adjustments to reflect the unique circumstances and operating conditions in the non-contiguous areas of the United States. On October 31, 2013, the Commission released an Order specifying service obligations of price cap carriers that accept Connect America Phase II model-based support through the State-level commitment process, and addressed how to determine what areas are considered as served by an unsubsidized competitor. On December 2, 2013, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing Availability of Version 4.0 of the Connect America Fund Phase II Cost Model. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteRecommended Decision Federal-State Joint Board, Universal Service
11/08/96
61 FR 63778First R&O
05/08/97
62 FR 32862Second R&O
05/08/97
62 FR 32862Order on Recon
07/10/97
62 FR 40742R&O and Second Order on Recon
07/18/97
62 FR 41294Second R&O, and FNPRM
08/15/97
62 FR 47404Third R&O
10/14/97
62 FR 56118Second Order on Recon
11/26/97
62 FR 65036Fourth Order on Recon
12/30/97
62 FR 2093Fifth Order on Recon
06/22/98
63 FR 43088Fifth R&O
10/28/98
63 FR 63993Eighth Order on Recon
11/21/98Second Recommended Decision
11/25/98
63 FR 67837Thirteenth Order on Recon
06/09/99
64 FR 30917FNPRM
06/14/99
64 FR 31780FNPRM
09/30/99
64 FR 52738Fourteenth Order on Recon
11/16/99
64 FR 62120Fifteenth Order on Recon
11/30/99
64 FR 66778Tenth R&O
12/01/99
64 FR 67372Ninth R&O and Eighteenth Order on Recon
12/01/99
64 FR 67416Nineteenth Order on Recon
12/30/99
64 FR 73427Twentieth Order on Recon
05/08/00
65 FR 26513Public Notice
07/18/00
65 FR 44507Twelfth R&O, MO&O and FNPRM
08/04/00
65 FR 47883FNPRM and Order
11/09/00
65 FR 67322FNPRM
01/26/01
66 FR 7867R&O and Order on Recon
03/14/01
66 FR 16144NPRM
05/08/01
66 FR 28718Order
05/22/01
66 FR 35107Fourteenth R&O and FNPRM
05/23/01
66 FR 30080FNPRM and Order
01/25/02
67 FR 7327NPRM
02/15/02
67 FR 9232NPRM and Order
02/15/02
67 FR 10846FNPRM and R&O
02/26/02
67 FR 11254NPRM
04/19/02
67 FR 34653Order and Second FNPRM
12/13/02
67 FR 79543NPRM
02/25/03
68 FR 12020Public Notice
02/26/03
68 FR 10724Second R&O and FNPRM
06/20/03
68 FR 36961Twenty-Fifth Order on Recon, R&O, Order, and FNPRM
07/16/03
68 FR 41996NPRM
07/17/03
68 FR 42333Order
07/24/03
68 FR 47453Order
08/06/03
68 FR 46500Order and Order on Recon
08/19/03
68 FR 49707Order on Remand, MO&O, FNPRM
10/27/03
68 FR 69641R&O, Order on Recon, FNPRM
11/17/03
68 FR 74492R&O, FNPRM
02/26/04
69 FR 13794R&O, FNPRM
04/29/04NPRM
05/14/04
69 FR 3130NPRM
06/08/04
69 FR 40839Order
06/28/04
69 FR 48232Order on Recon & Fourth R&O
07/30/04
69 FR 55983Fifth R&O and Order
08/13/04
69 FR 55097Order
08/26/04
69 FR 57289Second FNPRM
09/16/04
69 FR 61334Order & Order on Recon
01/10/05
70 FR 10057Sixth R&O
03/14/05
70 FR 19321R&O
03/17/05
70 FR 29960MO&O
03/30/05
70 FR 21779NPRM & FNPRM
06/14/05
70 FR 41658Order
10/14/05
70 FR 65850Order
10/27/05NPRM
01/11/06
71 FR 1721Report Number 2747
01/12/06
71 FR 2042Order
02/08/06
71 FR 6485FNPRM
03/15/06
71 FR 13393R&O and NPRM
07/10/06
71 FR 38781Order
01/01/06
71 FR 6485Order
05/16/06
71 FR 30298MO&O and FNPRM
05/16/06
71 FR 29843R&O
06/27/06
71 FR 38781Public Notice
08/11/06
71 FR 50420Order
09/29/06
71 FR 65517Public Notice
03/12/07
72 FR 36706Public Notice
03/13/07
72 FR 40816Public Notice
03/16/07
72 FR 39421Notice of Inquiry
04/16/07NPRM
05/14/07
72 FR 28936Recommended Decision
11/20/07Order
02/14/08
73 FR 8670NPRM
03/04/08
73 FR 11580NPRM
03/04/08
73 FR 11591R&O
05/05/08
73 FR 11837Public Notice
07/02/08
73 FR 37882NPRM
08/19/08
73 FR 48352Notice of Inquiry
10/14/08
73 FR 60689Order on Remand, R&O, FNPRM
11/12/08
73 FR 66821R&O
05/22/09
74 FR 2395Order & NPRM
03/24/10
75 FR 10199R&O and MO&O
04/08/10
75 FR 17872NOI and NPRM
05/13/10
75 FR 26906Order and NPRM
05/28/10
75 FR 30024NPRM
06/09/10
75 FR 32699NPRM
08/09/10
75 FR 48236NPRM
09/21/10
75 FR 56494R&O
12/03/10
75 FR 75393Order
01/27/11
76 FR 4827NPRM
03/02/11
76 FR 11407NPRM
03/02/11
76 FR 11632NPRM
03/23/11
76 FR 16482Order and NPRM
06/27/11
76 FR 37307R&O
12/28/11
76 FR 81562Order
03/09/12
77 FR 14297R&O
03/30/12
77 FR 19125Order
05/23/12
77 FR 30411( print page 76842)3rd Order on Recon
05/24/12
77 FR 30904Public Notice
05/31/12
77 FR 32113FNPRM
06/07/12
77 FR 33896Public Notice
07/26/12
77 FR 43773Order
08/30/12
77 FR 52616Public Notice
02/28/12
77 FR 76345Public Notice
08/29/12
77 FR 52279Public Notice
12/12/12
77 FR 740105th Order on Recon
01/17/13
78 FR 3837Public Notice
02/07/13
78 FR 9020Public Notice
02/21/13
78 FR 12006Public Notice
02/22/13
78 FR 12269Public Notice
03/15/13
78 FR 164566th Order on Recon and MO&O
03/19/13
78 FR 16808MO&O
05/08/13
78 FR 26705R&O
05/06/13
78 FR 26269R&O
06/03/13
78 FR 32991Public Notice
06/13/13
78 FR 35632R&O
06/26/13
78 FR 38227Order on Recon
08/08/13
78 FR 48622Order
03/01/13
78 FR 13935Public Notice
12/19/13
78 FR 76789Order
02/28/14
79 FR 11366Public Notice
03/11/14
79 FR 13599Public Notice
03/17/14
79 FR 17070Public Notice
04/18/14
79 FR 21924R&O
05/21/14
79 FR 29111Order
05/23/14
79 FR 33705FNPRM
07/09/14
79 FR 39163R&O
07/31/14
79 FR 44352R&O
08/19/14
79 FR 49160Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Nakesha Woodward, Program Support Assistant, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554. Phone: 202 418-1502. 
                        *Email: kesha.woodward@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AF85 530. 2000 Biennial Regulatory Review—Telecommunications Service Quality Reporting Requirements *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 201(b); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         The NPRM proposed to eliminate our current service quality reports (ARMIS Report 43-05 and 43-06) and replace them with a more consumer-oriented report. The NPRM proposed to reduce the reporting categories from more than 30 to 6, and addressed the needs of carriers, consumers, State public utility commissions, and other interested parties. On February 15, 2005, the Commission adopted an Order that extended the Federal-State Joint Conference on Accounting Issues until March 1, 2007. On September 6, 2008, the Commission adopted an MO&O granting conditional forbearance from the Armis 43-05 and 43-06 reporting requirements to all carriers that are required to file these reports. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
12/04/00
65 FR 75657Order
02/06/02
67 FR 5670Order
03/22/05
70 FR 14466MO&O
10/15/08
73 FR 60997Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Cathy Zima, Deputy Chief, Industry Analysis Division, WCB, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7380, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-6768, 
                        *Email: cathy.zima@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH72 531. Access Charge Reform and Universal Service Reform *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205; 47 U.S.C. 254; 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         On October 11, 2001, the Commission adopted an Order reforming the interstate access charge and universal service support system for rate-of-return incumbent carriers. The Order adopts three principal reforms. First, the Order modifies the interstate access rate structure for small carriers to align it more closely with the manner in which costs are incurred. Second, the Order removes implicit support for universal service from the rate structure and replaces it with explicit, portable support. Third, the Order permits small carriers to continue to set rates based on the authorized rate of return of 11.25 percent. The Order became effective on January 1, 2002, and the support mechanism established by the Order was implemented beginning July 1, 2002. The Commission also adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) seeking additional comment on proposals for incentive regulation, increased pricing flexibility for rate-of-return carriers, and proposed changes to the Commission's “all-or-nothing” rule. Comments on the FNPRM were due on February 14, 2002, and reply comments on March 18, 2002. On February 12, 2004, the Commission adopted a Second Report and Order resolving several issues on which the Commission sought comment in the FNPRM. First, the Commission modified the “all-or-nothing” rule to permit rate-of-return carriers to bring recently acquired price cap lines back to rate-of-return regulation. Second, the Commission granted rate-of-return carriers the authority immediately to provide geographically deaveraged transport and special access rates, subject to certain limitations. Third, the Commission merged Long Term Support (LTS) with Interstate Common Line Support (ICLS). The Commission also adopted a Second FNPRM seeking comment on two specific plans that propose establishing optional alternative regulation mechanisms for rate-of-return carriers. In conjunction with the consideration of those alternative regulation proposals, the Commission sought comment on modification that would permit a rate-of-return carrier to adopt an alternative regulation plan for some study areas, while retaining rate-of-return regulation for other of its study areas. Comments on the Second FNPRM were due on April 23, 2004, and May 10, 2004. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
01/25/01
66 FR 7725NPRM Comment Period End
02/26/01FNPRM
11/30/01
66 FR 59761FNPRM Comment Period End
12/31/01R&O
11/30/01
66 FR 59719Second FNPRM
03/23/04
69 FR 13794Second FNPRM Comment Period End
04/23/04Order
05/06/04
69 FR 25325Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Douglas Slotten, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1572, 
                        *Email: douglas.slotten@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AH74 532. National Exchange Carrier Association Petition *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 201 and 202;  . . . *Abstract:*
                         In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) released on July 19, 2004, the Commission initiated a rulemaking proceeding to examine the proper number of end user common line charges (commonly referred to as subscriber line charges or SLCs) that carriers may assess upon customers that obtain derived channel T-1 service where the customer provides the 
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                        terminating channelization equipment and upon customers that obtain Primary Rate Interface (PRI) Integrated Service Digital Network (ISDN) service. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/13/04
69 FR 50141NPRM Comment Period End
11/12/04Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Douglas Slotten, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1572, 
                        *Email: douglas.slotten@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI47 533. IP-Enabled Services; WC Docket No. 04-36 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 152;  . . . *Abstract:*
                         The notice seeks comment on ways in which the Commission might categorize or regulate IP-enabled services. It poses questions regarding the proper allocation of jurisdiction over each category of IP-enabled service. The notice then requests comment on whether the services comprising each category constitute “telecommunications services” or “information services” under the definitions set forth in the Act. Finally, noting the Commission's statutory forbearance authority and title I ancillary jurisdiction, the notice describes a number of central regulatory requirements (including, for example, those relating to access charges, universal service, E911, and disability accessibility), and asks which, if any, should apply to each category of IP-enabled services. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
03/29/04
69 FR 16193NPRM Comment Period End
07/14/04First R&O
06/03/05
70 FR 37273Public Notice
06/16/05
70 FR 37403First R&O Effective
07/29/05
70 FR 43323Public Notice
08/31/05
70 FR 51815R&O
07/10/06
71 FR 38781R&O and FNPRM
06/08/07
72 FR 31948FNPRM Comment Period End
07/09/07
72 FR 31782R&O
08/06/07
72 FR 43546Public Notice
08/07/07
72 FR 44136R&O
08/16/07
72 FR 45908Public Notice
11/01/07
72 FR 61813Public Notice
11/01/07
72 FR 61882Public Notice
12/13/07
72 FR 70808Public Notice
12/20/07
72 FR 72358R&O
02/21/08
73 FR 9463NPRM
02/21/08
73 FR 9507Order
05/15/08
73 FR 28057Order
07/29/09
74 FR 37624R&O
08/07/09
74 FR 39551Public Notice
10/14/09
74 FR 52808Announcement of Effective Date
03/19/10
75 FR 13235Public Notice
05/20/10
75 FR 28249Public Notice
06/11/10
75 FR 33303NPRM, Order, & NOI
06/19/13
78 FR 36679Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Melissa Kirkel, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7958, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1413, 
                        *Email: melissa.kirkel@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AI48 534. Establishing Just and Reasonable Rates for Local Exchange Carriers (WC Docket No. 07-135) *Legal Authority:*
                         Not Yet Determined *Abstract:*
                         The Federal Communications Commission (Commission) is examining whether its existing rules governing the setting of tariffed rates by local exchange carriers (LECs) provide incentives and opportunities for carriers to increase access demand endogenously with the result that the tariff rates are no longer just and reasonable. The Commission tentatively concluded that it must revise its tariff rules so that it can be confident that tariffed rates remain just and reasonable even if a carrier experiences or induces significant increases in access demand. The Commission sought comment on the types of activities that caused increases in interstate access demand and the effects of such demand increases on the cost structures of LECs. The Commission also sought comment on several means of ensuring just and reasonable rates going forward. The NPRM invited comment on potential traffic stimulation by rate-of-return LECs, price cap LECs, and competitive LECs, as well as other forms of intercarrier traffic stimulation. Comments were received on December 17, 2007, and reply comments were received on January 16, 2008. On February 8, 2011, the Commission adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on proposed rule revisions to address access stimulation. The Commission sought comment on a proposal to require rate-of-return LECs and competitive LECs to file revised tariffs if they enter into or have existing revenue sharing agreements. The proposed tariff filing requirements vary depending on the type of LEC involved. The Commission also sought comment on other record proposals and on possible rules for addressing access stimulation in the context of intra-MTA call terminations by CMRS providers. Comments were filed on April 1, 2011, and reply comments were filed on April 18, 2011. In the USF/ICC Transformation Order, we defined access stimulation. The access stimulation definition we adopted has two conditions: (1) A revenue sharing condition; and (2) an additional traffic volume condition, which is met where the LEC either; (a) has a three-to-one interstate terminating-to-originating traffic ratio in a calendar month; or (b) has had more than a 100 percent growth in interstate originating and/or terminating switched access minutes of use in a month compared to the same month in the preceding year. If both conditions are satisfied, the LEC generally must file revised tariffs to account for its increased traffic. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/15/07
72 FR 64179NPRM Comment Period End
12/17/07FNPRM
03/02/11
76 FR 11632R&O and FNPRM
12/08/11
76 FR 76623Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Douglas Slotten, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1572, 
                        *Email: douglas.slotten@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ02 535. Jurisdictional Separations *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 205; 47 U.S.C. 221(c); 47 U.S.C. 254; 47 U.S.C. 403; 47 U.S.C. 410 *Abstract:*
                         Jurisdictional separations is the process, pursuant to part 36 of the Commission's rules, by which incumbent local exchange carriers apportion regulated costs between the intrastate and interstate jurisdictions. In 1997, the Commission initiated a proceeding seeking comment on the extent to which legislative changes, 
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                        technological changes, and market changes warrant comprehensive reform of the separations process. In 2001, the Commission adopted the Federal-State Joint Board on Jurisdictional Separations' recommendation to impose an interim freeze on the part 36 category relationships and jurisdictional cost allocation factors for a period of 5 years, pending comprehensive reform of the part 36 separations rules. In 2006, the Commission adopted an Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which extended the separations freeze for a period of 3 years and sought comment on comprehensive reform. In 2009, the Commission adopted a Report and Order extending the separations freeze an additional year to June 2010. In 2010, the Commission adopted a Report and Order extending the separations freeze for an additional year to June 2011. In 2011, the Commission adopted a Report and Order extending the separations freeze for an additional year to June 2012. In 2012, the Commission adopted a Report and Order extending the separations freeze for an additional 2 years to June 2014. In 2014, the Commission adopted a Report and Order extending the separations freeze for an additional 3 years to June 2017. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/05/97
62 FR 59842NPRM Comment Period End
12/10/97Order
06/21/01
66 FR 33202Order and FNPRM
05/26/06
71 FR 29882Order and FNPRM Comment Period End
08/22/06R&O
05/15/09
74 FR 23955R&O
05/25/10
75 FR 30301R&O
05/27/11
76 FR 30840R&O
05/23/12
77 FR 30410R&O
06/13/14
79 FR 36232Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         John Hunter, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1520, 
                        *Email: john.hunter@fcc.gov* *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ06 536. Service Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Infrastructure and Operating Data Gathering (WC Docket Nos. 08-190, 07-139, 07-204, 07-273, 07-21) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 to 155; 47 U.S.C. 160 and 161; 47 U.S.C. 20 to 205; 47 U.S.C. 215; 47 U.S.C. 218 to 220; 47 U.S.C. 251 to 271; 47 U.S.C. 303(r) and 332; 47 U.S.C. 403; 47 U.S.C. 502 and 503 *Abstract:*
                         This NPRM tentatively proposes to collect infrastructure and operating data that is tailored in scope to be consistent with Commission objectives from all facilities-based providers of broadband and telecommunications. Similarly, the NPRM also tentatively proposes to collect data concerning service quality and customer satisfaction from all facilities-based providers of broadband and telecommunications. The NPRM seeks comment on the proposals, on the specific information to be collected, and on the mechanisms for collecting information. On June 27, 2013, the Commission adopted a Report and Order addressing collection of broadband deployment data from facilities-based providers. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
10/15/08
73 FR 60997NPRM Comment Period End
11/14/08Reply Comment Period End
12/15/08NPRM
02/28/11
76 FR 12308NPRM Comment Period End
03/30/11Reply Comment Period End
04/14/11R&O
08/13/13
78 FR 49126Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Cathy Zima, Deputy Chief, Industry Analysis Division, WCB, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7380, 
                        *Fax:*, 202 418-6768, 
                        *Email: cathy.zima@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ14 537. Form 477; Development of Nationwide Broadband Data To Evaluate Reasonable and Timely Deployment of Advanced Services to All Americans *Legal Authority:*15 U.S.C. 251; 47 U.S.C. 252; 47 U.S.C. 257; 47 U.S.C. 271; 47 U.S.C. 1302; 47 U.S.C. 160(b); 47 U.S.C. 161(a)(2) *Abstract:*
                         The Report and Order streamlined and reformed the Commission's Form 477 Data Program, which is the Commission's primary tool to collect data on broadband and telephone services. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
05/16/07
72 FR 27519Order
07/02/08
73 FR 37861Order
10/15/08
73 FR 60997NPRM
02/08/11
76 FR 10827Order
06/27/13
78 FR 49126Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Carol Simpson, Deputy Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2391, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-2816, 
                        *Email: carol.simpson@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ15 538. Preserving the Open Internet; Broadband Industry Practices *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) to (j); 47 U.S.C. 201(b) *Abstract:*
                         In 2009, the FCC launched a public process to determine whether and what actions might be necessary to preserve the characteristics that have allowed the Internet to grow into an indispensable platform supporting our Nation's economy and civic life. After receiving input from more than 100,000 individuals and organizations and several public workshops, this process has made clear that the Internet has thrived because of its freedom and openness—the absence of any gatekeeper blocking lawful uses of the network or picking winners and losers online. The Open Internet Order builds on the bipartisan Internet Policy Statement the Commission adopted in 2005. The Order requires that all broadband providers are required to be transparent by disclosing their network management practices, performance, and commercial terms; fixed providers may not block lawful content, applications, services, or non-harmful devices; fixed providers may not unreasonably discriminate in transmitting lawful network traffic; mobile providers may not block access to lawful Web sites, or applications that compete with their voice or video telephony services; and all providers may engage in “reasonable network management,” such as managing the network to address congestion or 
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                        security issues. The rules do not prevent broadband providers from offering specialized services, such as facilities-based VoIP; do not prevent providers from blocking unlawful content or unlawful transfers of content; and do not supersede any obligation or authorization a provider may have to address the needs of emergency communications or law enforcement, public safety, or national security authorities. In January of 2014, the DC Circuit in Verizon v. FCC struck down the no-blocking and no-discrimination rules contained in the 2010 Open Internet Order, for the second time invalidating the Commission's attempt to create legally enforceable standards to preserve the open internet. Consequently, the docket has been closed and a new one opened, WC Docket No. 14-28. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
11/30/09
74 FR 62638NPRM Comment Period End
04/26/10Public Notice
09/10/10
75 FR 55297Comment Period End
11/04/10Order
09/23/11
76 FR 59192OMB Approval Notice
09/21/11
76 FR 58512Rules Effective
11/20/11Public Notice Petition for Recon
11/14/11
76 FR 74721Comment Period End
12/27/11Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         R. Matthew Warner, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2419, 
                        *Email: matthew.warner@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ30 539. Local Number Portability Porting Interval and Validation Requirements (Wc Docket No. 07-244) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 251; 47 U.S.C. 303(r) *Abstract:*
                         In 2007, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in WC Docket No. 07-244. The Notice sought comment on whether the Commission should adopt rules specifying the length of the porting intervals or other details of the porting process. It also tentatively concluded that the Commission should adopt rules reducing the porting interval for wireline-to-wireline and intermodal simple port requests, specifically, to a 48-hour porting interval. In the Local Number Portability Porting Interval and Validation Requirements First Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, released on May 13, 2009, the Commission reduced the porting interval for simple wireline and simple intermodal port requests, requiring all entities subject to its local number portability (LNP) rules to complete simple wireline-to-wireline and simple intermodal port requests within one business day. In a related Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), the Commission sought comment on what further steps, if any, the Commission should take to improve the process of changing providers. In the LNP Standard Fields Order, released on May 20, 2010, the Commission adopted standardized data fields for simple wireline and intermodal ports. The Order also adopts the NANC's recommendations for porting process provisioning flows and for counting a business day in the context of number porting. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/21/08
73 FR 9507R&O and FNPRM
07/02/09
74 FR 31630R&O
06/22/10
75 FR 35305Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Melissa Kirkel, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-7958, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1413, 
                        *Email: melissa.kirkel@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ32 540. Electronic Tariff Filing System (WC Docket No. 10-141) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 and 154; 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205; 47 U.S.C. 218 and 222; 47 U.S.C. 225 to 226; 47 U.S.C. 228 and 254; 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         Section 402(b)(1)(A)(iii) of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 added section 204(a)(3) to the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, providing for streamlined tariff filings by local exchange carriers. On September 6, 1996, in an effort to meet the goals of the 1996 Act, the Commission released the Tariff Streamlining NPRM, proposing measures to implement the tariff streamlining requirements of section 204(a)(3). Among other suggestions, the Commission proposed requiring LECs to file tariffs electronically. The Commission began implementing the electronic filing of tariffs on January 31, 1997, when it released the Streamlined Tariff Order. On November 17, 1997, the Bureau made this electronic system, known as the Electronic Tariff Filing System (EFTS), available for voluntary filing by incumbent LECs. The Bureau also announced that the use of ETFS would become mandatory for all incumbent LECs in 1998. On May 28, 1998, in the ETFS Order, the Bureau established July 1, 1998, as the date after which incumbent LECs would be required to use ETFS to file tariffs and associated documents. The Commission deferred consideration of establishing mandatory electronic filing for non-incumbent LECs until the conclusion of a proceeding considering the mandatory detariffing of interstate long distance services. On June 9, 2011, the Commission adopted rule revisions to require all tariff filers to file tariffs using ETFS. Carriers were given a 60-day window in order to make their initial filings on ETFS. On October 13, 2011, the Commission announced that all tariff filers should file their initial Base Document and/or Informational Tariff using the ETFS between November 17, 2011, and January 17, 2012. As of January 17, 2012, all carriers are required to use ETFS on a going-forward basis to file their tariff documents. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
08/11/10
75 FR 48629NPRM Comment Period End
09/10/10NPRM Reply Comment Period End
09/27/10Report and Order
07/20/11
76 FR 43206Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Pamela Arluk, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1540, 
                        *Email: pamela.arluk@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ41 541. Implementation of Section 224 of the Act; a National Broadband Plan for Our Future (WC Docket No. 07-245, GN Docket No. 09-51) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 224 *Abstract:*
                         In 2010, the Commission released an Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that implemented 
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                        certain pole attachment recommendations of the National Broadband Plan and sought comment with regard to others. On April 7, 2011, the Commission adopted a Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration that sets forth a comprehensive regulatory scheme for access to poles, and modifies existing rules for pole attachment rates and enforcement. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
02/06/08
73 FR 6879FNPRM
07/15/10
75 FR 41338Declaratory Ruling
08/03/10
75 FR 45494R&O
05/09/11
76 FR 26620Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Jonathan Reel, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-0637, 
                        *Email: jonathan.reel@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ64 542. Rural Call Completion; WC Docket No. 13-39 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 201(b); 47 U.S.C. 202(a); 47 U.S.C. 218; 47 U.S.C. 220(a); 47 U.S.C. 257(a); 47 U.S.C. 403 *Abstract:*
                         The recordkeeping, retention, and reporting requirements in the Report and Order improve the Commission's ability to monitor problems with completing calls to rural areas, and enforce restrictions against blocking, choking, reducing, or restricting calls. The Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking sought comment on additional measures intended to further ensure reasonable and nondiscriminatory service to rural areas. The Report and Order applies new recordkeeping, retention, and reporting requirements to providers of long-distance voice service that make the initial long-distance call path choice for more than 100,000 domestic retail subscriber lines which, in most cases, is the calling party's long-distance provider. Covered providers are required to file quarterly reports and retain the call detail records for at least six calendar months. Qualifying providers may certify that they meet a Safe Harbor which reduces their reporting and retention obligations, or seek a waiver of these rules from the Wireline Competition Bureau, in consultation with the Enforcement Bureau. The Report and Order also adopts a rule prohibiting all originating and intermediate providers from causing audible ringing to be sent to the caller before the terminating provider has signaled that the called party is being alerted. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
04/12/13
78 FR 21891NPRM Comment Period End
05/28/13R&O and FNPRM
12/17/13
78 FR 76218PRA 60 Day Notice
12/30/13
78 FR 79448FNPRM Comment Period End
02/18/14PRA Comments Due
03/11/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Jean Ann Collins, Senior Counsel, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-2792, 
                        *Email: jeanann.collins@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AJ89 543. Rates for Inmate Calling Services; WC Docket No. 12-375 *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) to (j); 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 276; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 CFR 64 *Abstract:*
                         In the Report and Order portion of this document, the Federal Communications Commission adopts rule changes to bring high interstate inmate calling service (ICS) rates into compliance with the statutory mandate of being just, reasonable, and fair. In the Report and Order, the Commission requires that ICS rates be cost-based and concludes that site commission payments are not a cost of providing the ICS service. The Commission addresses ICS rates and adopts both interim safe harbor rates and per-minute interim interstate rate caps. The Commission requires that ancillary service charges be cost-based, and concludes that rates for the use of TTY equipment for the deaf and hard-of-hearing may not be any higher than rates for other ICS services. Finally, the Commission addresses collect-calling only requirements at correctional facilities, requires an annual certification filing, and initiates a mandatory data collection. In the Further Notice portion of the item, the Commission asks a number of questions about the future of ICS rate reform. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
01/22/13
78 FR 4369FNPRM
11/13/13
78 FR 68005R&O
11/13/13
78 FR 67956FNPRM Comment Period End
12/20/13FNPRM Reply Comment Period End
01/13/14Announcement of Effective Date
06/20/14
79 FR 33709Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Lynne H Engledow, Asst. Division Chief, Pricing Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1520, 
                        *Fax:*
                         202 418-1567, 
                        *Email: lynne.engledow@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK08 544. • Protecting and Promoting the Open Internet; (WC Docket No. 14-28) *Legal Authority:*47 U.S.C. 151 ; 47 U.S.C. 151 ; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) to (j); 47 U.S.C. 201(b) *Abstract:*
                         In January of 2014, the D.C. Circuit in Verizon v. FCC struck down the no-blocking and no-discrimination rules contained in the 2010 Open Internet Order, for the second time invalidating the Commission's attempt to create legally enforceable standards to preserve the open internet. As the Commission made clear in the 2010 Order, the Internet has thrived because of its freedom and opennessthe absence of any gatekeeper blocking lawful uses of the network or picking winners and losers online. However, following Verizon, no enforceable rules remained in place to prevent broadband service providers from engaging in anti-competitive behaviors, such as blocking consumer access to competing content or services. In response, on May 15, 2014, the Commission initiated this proceeding to determine, in light of the court's guidance in Verizon, the appropriate regulatory framework to protect and promote internet openness. The Commission proposed to retain the definitions and scope of the 2010 rules, adopting the text of the 2010 no-blocking rule under a revised rationale while enhancing the transparency rule that remained in place after Verizon. Additionally, the Commission proposed to add an additional layer of protection for conduct that would otherwise be permissible under the no-blocking rule, which would require that broadband service providers adhere to an enforceable legal standard of commercially reasonable practices. The Commission also sought comment on 
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                        the proper legal authority on which to base these rules. *Timetable:* Action
Date
FR CiteNPRM
07/01/14
79 FR 37448NPRM Comment Period End
08/15/14NPRM Reply Comment Period End
09/10/14Next Action Undetermined
 *Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:*
                         Yes. *Agency Contact:*
                         Zachary Ross, Law Clerk, Competiton Policy Div., WCB, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
                        *Phone:*
                         202 418-1033, 
                        *Email: zachary.ross@fcc.gov*. *RIN:*
                         3060-AK21


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