Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions-Fall 2013

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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

47 CFR Ch. I

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions--

Fall 2013

AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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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. See 5 U.S.C. 602. The Unified Agenda also provides the Code of Federal Regulations citations and legal authorities that govern these proceedings.

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 ``MM Docket No. 96-222,'' which indicates that the responsible bureau is the Mass Media Bureau (now 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.

Consumber and Governmental Affairs Bureau--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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442....................... Implementation of the 3060-AG58

Telecommunications Act of

1996; Access to

Telecommunications

Service,

Telecommunications

Equipment, and Customer

Premises Equipment by

Persons With Disabilities.

443....................... Rules and Regulations 3060-AI14

Implementing the

Telephone Consumer

Protection Act (TCPA) of

1991 (CG Docket No. 02-

278).

444....................... Rules and Regulations 3060-AI15

Implementing Section 225

of the Communications Act

(Telecommunications Relay

Service) (CG Docket No.

03-123).

445....................... Consumer Information and 3060-AI61

Disclosure and Truth in

Billing and Billing

Format.

446....................... Closed-Captioning of Video 3060-AI72

Programming (Section 610

Review).

447....................... Accessibility of 3060-AI75

Programming Providing

Emergency Information.

448....................... Empowering Consumers to 3060-AJ51

Avoid Bill Shock (Docket

No. 10-207).

449....................... Contributions to the 3060-AJ63

Telecommunications Relay

Services Fund (CG Docket

No. 11-47).

450....................... Empowering Consumers to 3060-AJ72

Prevent and Detect

Billing for Unauthorized

Charges (``Cramming'').

451....................... Implementation of the 3060-AJ84

Middle Class Tax Relief

and Job Creation Act of

2012/Establishment of a

Public Safety Answering

Point Do-Not-Call

Registry.

452....................... Implementation of Sections 3060-AK00

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).

453....................... Misuse of Internet 3060-AK01

Protocol (IP) Captioned

Telephone Service;

Telecommunications Relay

Services and Speech-to-

Speech Services for

Individuals with Hearing

and Speech.

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Office of Engineering and Technology--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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454....................... New Advanced Wireless 3060-AH65

Services (ET Docket No.

00-258).

455....................... Exposure to Radiofrequency 3060-AI17

Electromagnetic Fields.

456....................... Unlicensed Operation in 3060-AI52

the TV Broadcast Bands

(ET Docket No. 04-186).

457....................... Fixed and Mobile Services 3060-AJ46

in the Mobile Satellite

Service (ET Docket No. 10-

142).

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458....................... Innovation in the 3060-AJ57

Broadcast Television

Bands (ET Docket No. 10-

235).

459....................... Radio Experimentation and 3060-AJ62

Market Trials Under Part

5 of the Commission's

Rules and Streamlining

Other Related Rules (ET

Docket No. 10-236).

460....................... Operation of Radar Systems 3060-AJ68

in the 76-77 GHz Band (ET

Docket No. 11-90).

461....................... WRC-07 Implementation (ET 3060-AJ93

Docket No. 12-338).

462....................... Federal Earth Stations-- 3060-AK09

Non Federal Fixed

Satellite Service Space

Stations; Spectrum for

Non-Federal Space Launch

Operations; ET Docket No.

13-115.

463....................... Authorization of 3060-AK10

Radiofrequency Equipment;

ET Docket No. 13-44.

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International Bureau--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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464....................... Establishment of Rules and 3060-AF93

Policies for the Digital

Audio Radio Satellite

Service in the 2310-2360

MHz Frequency Band; IB

Docket No. 95-91; GEN

Docket No. 90-357.

465....................... Space Station Licensing 3060-AH98

Reform (IB Docket No. 02-

34).

466....................... Reporting Requirements for 3060-AI42

U.S. Providers of

International

Telecommunications

Services (IB Docket No.

04-112).

467....................... Amendment of the 3060-AI90

Commission's Rules To

Allocate Spectrum and

Adopt Service Rules and

Procedures To Govern the

Use of Vehicle-Mounted

Earth Stations (IB Docket

No. 07-101).

468....................... Review of Foreign 3060-AJ70

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).

469....................... International Settlements 3060-AJ77

Policy Reform (IB Docket

No. 11-80).

470....................... Revisions to Parts 2 and 3060-AJ96

25 of the Commission's

Rules to Govern the Use

of Earth Stations Aboard

Aircraft (IB Docket No.

12-376).

471....................... Reform of Rules and 3060-AJ97

Policies on Foreign

Carrier Entry Into the

U.S. Telecommunications

Market (IB Docket 12-299).

472....................... Comprehensive Review of 3060-AJ98

Licensing and Operating

Rules for Satellite

Services (IB Docket No.

12-267).

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Media Bureau--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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473....................... Competitive Availability 3060-AG28

of Navigation Devices (CS

Docket No. 97-80).

474....................... Broadcast Ownership Rules. 3060-AH97

475....................... Establishment of Rules for 3060-AI38

Digital Low-Power

Television, Television

Translator, and

Television Booster

Stations (MB Docket No.

03-185).

476....................... Joint Sales Agreements in 3060-AI55

Local Television Markets

(MB Docket No. 04-256).

477....................... Program Access Rules-- 3060-AI87

Sunset of Exclusive

Contracts Prohibition and

Examination of

Programming Tying

Arrangements (MB Docket

Nos. 12-68, 07-198).

478....................... Broadcast Localism (MB 3060-AJ04

Docket No. 04-233).

479....................... Creating a Low Power Radio 3060-AJ07

Service (MM Docket No. 99-

25).

480....................... Policies To Promote Rural 3060-AJ23

Radio Service and To

Streamline Allotment and

Assignment Procedures (MB

Docket No. 09-52).

481....................... Promoting Diversification 3060-AJ27

of Ownership in the

Broadcast Services (MB

Docket No. 07-294).

482....................... Amendment of the 3060-AJ55

Commission's Rules

Related to Retransmission

Consent (MB Docket No. 10-

71).

483....................... Video Description: 3060-AJ56

Implementation of the

Twenty-First Century

Communications and Video

Accessibility Act of 2010

(MB Docket No.11-43).

484....................... Closed Captioning of 3060-AJ67

Internet Protocol-

Delivered Video

Programming:

Implementation of the

Twenty-First Century

Communications and Video

Accessibility Act of 2010

(MB Docket No. 11-154).

485....................... Noncommercial Educational 3060-AJ79

Station Fundraising for

Third-Party Nonprofit

Organizations (MB Docket

No. 12-106).

486....................... Accessibility of User 3060-AK11

Interfaces and Video

Programming Guides and

Menus (MB Docket No. 12-

108).

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Office of Managing Director--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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487....................... Assessment and Collection 3060-AI79

of Regulatory Fees.

488....................... Amendment of Part 1 of the 3060-AJ54

Commission's Rules,

Concerning Practice and

Procedure, Amendment of

CORES Registration

System; MD Docket No. 10-

234.

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Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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489....................... Revision of the Rules To 3060-AG34

Ensure Compatibility With

Enhanced 911 Emergency

Calling Systems.

490....................... Enhanced 911 Services for 3060-AG60

Wireline.

491....................... In the Matter of the 3060-AG74

Communications Assistance

for Law Enforcement Act.

492....................... Development of 3060-AG85

Operational, Technical,

and Spectrum Requirements

for Public Safety

Communications

Requirements.

493....................... Implementation of 911 Act 3060-AH90

(CC Docket No. 92-105, WT

Docket No. 00-110).

494....................... Commission Rules 3060-AI22

Concerning Disruptions to

Communications (PS Docket

No. 11-82).

495....................... E911 Requirements for IP- 3060-AI62

Enabled Service Providers

(Dockets Nos. GN 11-117,

PS 07-114, WC 05-196, WC

04-36).

496....................... Stolen Vehicle Recovery 3060-AJ01

System (SVRS).

497....................... Commercial Mobile Alert 3060-AJ03

System.

498....................... Wireless E911 Location 3060-AJ52

Accuracy Requirements; PS

Docket No. 07-114.

499....................... 911 Reliability (PS Docket 3060-AJ95

No. 13-75).

500....................... Private Land Radio 3060-AJ99

Services/Miscellaneous

Wireless Communications

Services.

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Wireless Telecommunications Bureau--Proposed Rule Stage

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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501....................... Service Rules for Advanced 3060-AJ19

Wireless Services in the

2155-2175 MHz Band; WT

Docket No. 13-185.

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Wireless Telecommunications Bureau--Long-Term Actions

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Regulation

Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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502....................... Reexamination of Roaming 3060-AH83

Obligations of Commercial

Mobile Radio Service

Providers.

503....................... Review of Part 87 of the 3060-AI35

Commission's Rules

Concerning Aviation (WT

Docket No. 01-289).

504....................... Implementation of the 3060-AI88

Commercial Spectrum

Enhancement Act (CSEA)

and Modernization of the

Commission's Competitive

Bidding Rules and

Procedures (WT Docket No.

05-211).

505....................... Facilitating the Provision 3060-AJ12

of Fixed and Mobile

Broadband Access,

Educational, and Other

Advanced Services in the

2150-2162 and 2500-2690

MHz Bands.

506....................... Amendment of the Rules 3060-AJ16

Regarding Maritime

Automatic Identification

Systems (WT Docket No. 04-

344).

507....................... Service Rules for Advanced 3060-AJ20

Wireless Services in the

1915 to 1920 MHz, 1995 to

2000 MHz, 2020 to 2025

MHz, and 2175 to 2180 MHz

Bands.

508....................... Rules Authorizing the 3060-AJ21

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.

509....................... Amendment of the 3060-AJ22

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.

510....................... Amendment of Part 101 to 3060-AJ28

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).

511....................... In the Matter of Service 3060-AJ35

Rules for the 698 to 746,

747 to 762, and 777 to

792 MHz Bands.

512....................... National Environmental Act 3060-AJ36

Compliance for Proposed

Tower Registrations; In

the Matter of Effects on

Migratory Birds.

513....................... Amendment of Part 90 of 3060-AJ37

the Commission's Rules.

514....................... Amendment of Part 101 of 3060-AJ47

the Commission's Rules

for Microwave Use and

Broadcast Auxiliary

Service Flexibility.

515....................... 2004 and 2006 Biennial 3060-AJ50

Regulatory Reviews--

Streamlining and Other

Revisions of the

Commission's Rules

Governing Construction,

Marking, and Lighting of

Antenna Structures.

516....................... Universal Service Reform 3060-AJ58

Mobility Fund (WT Docket

No. 10-208).

517....................... Fixed and Mobile Services 3060-AJ59

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.

518....................... Improving Spectrum 3060-AJ71

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).

519....................... Service Rules for Advanced 3060-AJ73

Wireless Services in the

2000-2020 MHz and 2180-

2200 MHz Bands.

520....................... Promoting Interoperability 3060-AJ78

in the 700 MHz Commercial

Spectrum;

Interoperability of

Mobile User Equipment

Across Paired Commercial

Spectrum Blocks in the

700 MHz Band.

521....................... Service Rules for Advanced 3060-AJ86

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).

522....................... Amendment of Parts 1, 2, 3060-AJ87

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).

523....................... Amendment of the 3060-AJ88

Commission's Rules

Governing Certain

Aviation Ground Station

Equipment (Squitter) (WT

Docket Nos. 10-61 and 09-

42).

524....................... Amendment of the 3060-AJ91

Commission's Rules

Concerning Commercial

Radio Operators (WT

Docket No. 10-177).

525....................... Radiolocation Operations 3060-AK04

in the 78-81 GHz Band; WT

Docket No. 11-202.

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526....................... Amendment of Part 90 of 3060-AK05

the Commission's Rules to

Permit Terrestrial

Trunked Radio (TETRA)

Technology; WT Docket No.

11-6.

527....................... Promoting Technological 3060-AK06

Solutions to Combat

Wireless Device Use in

Correctional Facilities.

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Wireline Competition Bureau--Long-Term Actions

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Sequence No. Title Identifier No.

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528....................... Implementation of the 3060-AF85

Universal Service

Portions of the 1996

Telecommunications Act.

529....................... 2000 Biennial Regulatory 3060-AH72

Review--Telecommunication

s Service Quality

Reporting Requirements.

530....................... Access Charge Reform and 3060-AH74

Universal Service Reform.

531....................... National Exchange Carrier 3060-AI47

Association Petition.

532....................... IP-Enabled Services....... 3060-AI48

533....................... Establishing Just and 3060-AJ02

Reasonable Rates for

Local Exchange Carriers

(WC Docket No. 07-135).

534....................... Jurisdictional Separations 3060-AJ06

535....................... Service Quality, Customer 3060-AJ14

Satisfaction,

Infrastructure and

Operating Data Gathering

(WC Docket Nos. 08-190,

07-139, 07-204, 07-273,

07-21).

536....................... Form 477; Development of 3060-AJ15

Nationwide Broadband Data

To Evaluate Reasonable

and Timely Deployment of

Advanced Services to All

Americans.

537....................... Preserving the Open 3060-AJ30

Internet; Broadband

Industry Practices.

538....................... Local Number Portability 3060-AJ32

Porting Interval and

Validation Requirements

(WC Docket No. 07-244).

539....................... Electronic Tariff Filing 3060-AJ41

System (WC Docket No. 10-

141).

540....................... Implementation of Section 3060-AJ64

224 of the Act; A

National Broadband Plan

for Our Future (WC Docket

No. 07-245, GN Docket No.

09-51).

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Consumer and Government Affairs Bureau

Long-Term Actions

442. Implementation of the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Access to Telecommunications Service, Telecommunications Equipment, and Customer Premises Equipment by Persons With Disabilities

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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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R&O................................ 08/14/96 61 FR 42181

NOI................................ 09/26/96 61 FR 50465

NPRM............................... 05/22/98 63 FR 28456

R&O................................ 11/19/99 64 FR 63235

Further NOI........................ 11/19/99 64 FR 63277

Public Notice...................... 01/07/02 67 FR 678

R&O................................ 08/06/07 72 FR 43546

Petition for Waiver................ 11/01/07 72 FR 61813

Public Notice...................... 11/01/07 72 FR 61882

Final Rule......................... 04/21/08 73 FR 21251

Public Notice...................... 08/01/08 73 FR 45008

Extension of Waiver................ 05/15/08 73 FR 28057

Extension of Waiver................ 05/06/09 74 FR 20892

Public Notice...................... 05/07/09 74 FR 21364

Extension of Waiver................ 07/29/09 74 FR 37624

NPRM............................... 03/14/11 76 FR 13800

NPRM Comment Period Extended....... 04/12/11 76 FR 20297

FNPRM.............................. 12/30/11 76 FR 82240

Comment Period End................. 03/14/12 ......................

R&O................................ 12/30/11 76 FR 82354

Announcement of Effective Date..... 04/25/12 77 FR 24632

2nd R&O............................ 05/22/13 78 FR 3022

Next Action Undetermined...........

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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

443. 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 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

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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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 10/08/02 67 FR 62667

FNPRM............................... 04/03/03 68 FR 16250

Order............................... 07/25/03 68 FR 44144

Order Effective..................... 08/25/03 .......................

Order on Recon...................... 08/25/03 68 FR 50978

Order............................... 10/14/03 68 FR 59130

FNPRM............................... 03/31/04 69 FR 16873

Order............................... 10/08/04 69 FR 60311

Order............................... 10/28/04 69 FR 62816

Order on Recon...................... 04/13/05 70 FR 19330

Order............................... 06/30/05 70 FR 37705

NPRM................................ 12/19/05 70 FR 75102

Public Notice....................... 04/26/06 71 FR 24634

Order............................... 05/03/06 71 FR 25967

NPRM................................ 12/14/07 72 FR 71099

Declaratory Ruling.................. 02/01/08 73 FR 6041

R&O................................. 07/14/08 73 FR 40183

Order on Recon...................... 10/30/08 73 FR 64556

NPRM................................ 03/22/10 75 FR 13471

R&O................................. 06/11/12 77 FR 34233

Public Notice....................... 06/30/10 75 FR 34244

Public Notice (Recon Petitions 10/03/12 77 FR 60343

Filed).

Announcement of Effective Date...... 10/16/12 77 FR 63240

Opposition End Date................. 10/18/12 .......................

Rule Corrections.................... 11/08/12 77 FR 66935

Declaratory Ruling (Release Date)... 11/29/12 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

444. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 08/25/03 68 FR 50993

R&O, Order on Recon................. 09/01/04 69 FR 53346

FNPRM............................... 09/01/04 69 FR 53382

Public Notice....................... 02/17/05 70 FR 8034

Declaratory Ruling/Interpretation... 02/25/05 70 FR 9239

Public Notice....................... 03/07/05 70 FR 10930

Order............................... 03/23/05 70 FR 14568

Public Notice/Announcement of Date.. 04/06/05 70 FR 17334

Order............................... 07/01/05 70 FR 38134

Order on Recon...................... 08/31/05 70 FR 51643

R&O................................. 08/31/05 70 FR 51649

Order............................... 09/14/05 70 FR 54294

Order............................... 09/14/05 70 FR 54298

Public Notice....................... 10/12/05 70 FR 59346

R&O/Order on Recon.................. 12/23/05 70 FR 76208

Order............................... 12/28/05 70 FR 76712

Order............................... 12/29/05 70 FR 77052

NPRM................................ 02/01/06 71 FR 5221

Declaratory Ruling/Clarification.... 05/31/06 71 FR 30818

FNPRM............................... 05/31/06 71 FR 30848

FNPRM............................... 06/01/06 71 FR 31131

Declaratory Ruling/Dismissal of 06/21/06 71 FR 35553

Petition.

Clarification....................... 06/28/06 71 FR 36690

Declaratory Ruling on Recon......... 07/06/06 71 FR 38268

Order on Recon...................... 08/16/06 71 FR 47141

MO&O................................ 08/16/06 71 FR 47145

Clarification....................... 08/23/06 71 FR 49380

FNPRM............................... 09/13/06 71 FR 54009

Final Rule; Clarification........... 02/14/07 72 FR 6960

Order............................... 03/14/07 72 FR 11789

R&O................................. 08/06/07 72 FR 43546

Public Notice....................... 08/16/07 72 FR 46060

Order............................... 11/01/07 72 FR 61813

Public Notice....................... 01/04/08 73 FR 863

R&O/Declaratory Ruling.............. 01/17/08 73 FR 3197

Order............................... 02/19/08 73 FR 9031

Order............................... 04/21/08 73 FR 21347

R&O................................. 04/21/08 73 FR 21252

Order............................... 04/23/08 73 FR 21843

Public Notice....................... 04/30/08 73 FR 23361

Order............................... 05/15/08 73 FR 28057

Declaratory Ruling.................. 07/08/08 73 FR 38928

FNPRM............................... 07/18/08 73 FR 41307

R&O................................. 07/18/08 73 FR 41286

Public Notice....................... 08/01/08 73 FR 45006

Public Notice....................... 08/05/08 73 FR 45354

Public Notice....................... 10/10/08 73 FR 60172

Order............................... 10/23/08 73 FR 63078

2nd R&O and Order on Recon.......... 12/30/08 73 FR 79683

Order............................... 05/06/09 74 FR 20892

Public Notice....................... 05/07/09 74 FR 21364

NPRM................................ 05/21/09 74 FR 23815

Public Notice....................... 05/21/09 74 FR 23859

Public Notice....................... 06/12/09 74 FR 28046

Order............................... 07/29/09 74 FR 37624

Public Notice....................... 08/07/09 74 FR 39699

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Order............................... 09/18/09 74 FR 47894

Order............................... 10/26/09 74 FR 54913

Public Notice....................... 05/12/10 75 FR 26701

Order Denying Stay Motion (Release 07/09/10 .......................

Date).

Order............................... 08/13/10 75 FR 49491

Order............................... 09/03/10 75 FR 54040

NPRM................................ 11/02/10 75 FR 67333

NPRM................................ 05/02/11 76 FR 24442

Order............................... 07/25/11 76 FR 44326

Final Rule (Order).................. 09/27/11 76 FR 59551

Final Rule; Announcement of 11/22/11 76 FR 72124

Effective Date.

Proposed Rule (Public Notice)....... 02/28/12 77 FR 11997

Comment Period End.................. 03/20/12 .......................

Proposed Rule (FNPRM)............... 02/01/12 77 FR 4948

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 02/28/12 .......................

First R&O........................... 07/25/12 77 FR 43538

Public Notice....................... 10/29/12 77 FR 65526

Comment Period End.................. 11/29/12 .......................

Order on Reconsideration............ 12/26/12 77 FR 75894

Order............................... 02/05/13 78 FR 8030

Order (Interim Rule)................ 02/05/13 78 FR 8032

NPRM................................ 02/05/13 78 FR 8090

Announcement of Effective Date...... 03/07/13 78 FR 14701

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/13/13 .......................

FNPRM............................... 07/05/13 78 FR 40407

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 09/18/13 .......................

R&O................................. 07/05/13 78 FR 40582

R&O................................. 08/15/13 78 FR 49693

FNPRM............................... 08/15/13 78 FR 49717

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 09/30/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

445. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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FNPRM............................... 05/25/05 70 FR 30044

R&O................................. 05/25/05 70 FR 29979

NOI................................. 08/28/09 .......................

Public Notice....................... 05/20/10 75 FR 28249

Public Notice....................... 06/11/10 75 FR 33303

NPRM................................ 11/26/10 75 FR 72773

NPRM................................ 08/23/11 76 FR 52625

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/21/11 .......................

Order (Reply Comment Period 11/30/11 76 FR 74017

Extended).

Reply Comment Period End............ 12/05/11 .......................

R&O................................. 05/24/12 77 FR 30915

FNPRM............................... 05/24/12 77 FR 30972

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/09/12 .......................

Order (Comment Period Extended)..... 07/17/12 77 FR 41955

Comment Period End.................. 07/20/12 .......................

Announcement of Effective Dates..... 10/26/12 77 FR 65230

Correction of Final Rule............ 11/30/12 77 FR 71353

Correction of Final Rule............ 11/30/12 77 FR 71354

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

446. 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 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 02/03/97 62 FR 4959

R&O................................. 09/16/97 62 FR 48487

Order on Recon...................... 10/20/98 63 FR 55959

NPRM................................ 09/26/05 70 FR 56150

Order and Declaratory Ruling........ 01/13/09 74 FR 1594

NPRM................................ 01/13/09 74 FR 1654

Final Rule Correction............... 09/11/09 74 FR 46703

Final Rule Announcement of Effective 02/19/10 75 FR 7370

Date.

Order............................... 02/19/10 75 FR 7368

Order Suspending Effective Date..... 02/19/10 75 FR 7369

Waiver Order........................ 10/04/10 75 FR 61101

Public Notice....................... 11/17/10 75 FR 70168

Interim Final Rule (Order).......... 11/01/11 76 FR 67376

Final Rule (MO&O)................... 11/01/11 76 FR 67377

NPRM................................ 11/01/11 76 FR 67397

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/16/11 .......................

Public Notice....................... 05/04/12 77 FR 26550

Public Notice....................... 12/15/12 77 FR 72348

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

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447. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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FNPRM............................... 01/21/98 63 FR 3070

NPRM................................ 12/01/99 64 FR 67236

NPRM Correction..................... 12/22/99 64 FR 71712

Second R&O.......................... 05/09/00 65 FR 26757

R&O................................. 09/11/00 65 FR 54805

Final Rule; Correction.............. 09/20/00 65 FR 5680

NPRM................................ 11/28/12 77 FR 70970

NPRM Comment Period Extended........ 12/20/12 77 FR 75404

NPRM Comment Period Extension End... 01/07/13 .......................

R&O................................. 05/24/13 78 FR 31770

FNPRM............................... 05/24/13 78 FR 31800

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

448. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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Public Notice....................... 05/20/10 75 FR 28249

NPRM................................ 11/26/10 75 FR 72773

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Richard D Smith, Special Counsel, Consumer Policy Division, 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

449. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 04/04/11 76 FR 18490

NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/04/11 .......................

Final Rule.......................... 10/25/11 76 FR 65965

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

450. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 08/23/11 76 FR 52625

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/21/11 .......................

Order (Extends Reply Comment Period) 11/30/11 76 FR 74017

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/05/11 .......................

FNPRM............................... 05/24/12 77 FR 30972

R&O................................. 05/24/12 77 FR 30915

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/09/12 .......................

Order (Extends Reply Comment Period) 07/17/12 77 FR 41955

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/20/12 .......................

Announcement of Effective Dates..... 10/26/12 77 FR 65230

Correction of Final Rule............ 11/30/12 77 FR 71354

Correction of Final Rule............ 11/30/12 77 FR 71353

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

451. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 06/21/12 77 FR 37362

R&O................................. 10/29/12 77 FR 71131

Correction Amendments............... 02/13/13 78 FR 10099

Announcement of Effective Date...... 03/26/13 78 FR 18246

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Richard D Smith, Special Counsel, Consumer Policy Division, 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

452. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 03/14/11 76 FR 13800

NPRM Comment Period Extended........ 04/12/11 76 FR 20297

NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/13/11 .......................

FNPRM............................... 12/30/11 76 FR 82240

R&O................................. 12/30/11 76 FR 82354

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 03/14/12 .......................

Announcement of Effective Date...... 04/25/12 77 FR 24632

2nd R&O............................. 05/22/13 78 FR 30226

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

453. Misuse of Internet Protocol (IP) Captioned Telephone Service; Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services for Individuals With Hearing and Speech

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 the several requirements on a temporary basis from March 7, 2013 to September 3, 2013.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 02/05/13 78 FR 8090

Order (Interim Rule)................ 02/05/13 78 FR 8032

Order............................... 02/05/13 78 FR 8030

Announcement of Effective Date...... 03/07/13 78 FR 14701

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/12/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

Long-Term Actions

454. 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 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 reaccommodation 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

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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 thirty 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.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 01/23/01 66 FR 7438

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/09/01 .......................

Final Report........................ 04/11/01 66 FR 18740

FNPRM............................... 09/13/01 66 FR 47618

MO&O................................ 09/13/01 66 FR 47591

First R&O........................... 10/25/01 66 FR 53973

Petition for Recon.................. 11/02/01 66 FR 55666

Second R&O.......................... 01/24/03 68 FR 3455

Third NPRM.......................... 03/13/03 68 FR 12015

Seventh R&O......................... 12/29/04 69 FR 7793

Petition for Recon.................. 04/13/05 70 FR 19469

Eighth R&O.......................... 10/26/05 70 FR 61742

Order............................... 10/26/05 70 FR 61742

NPRM................................ 10/26/05 70 FR 61752

Public Notice....................... 12/14/05 70 FR 74011

Ninth R&O and Order................. 05/24/06 71 FR 29818

Petition for Recon.................. 07/19/06 71 FR 41022

5th R&O, 11th R&O, 6th R&O, and 11/02/10 75 FR 67227

Declaratory Ruling.

R&O and NPRM........................ 06/23/09 74 FR 29607

FNPRM............................... 03/31/08 73 FR 16822

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

455. 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 compliances 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:

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NPRM................................ 09/08/03 68 FR 52879

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/08/03 .......................

R&O................................. 06/04/13 78 FR 33634

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Next Action Undetermined............

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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

456. 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:

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NPRM................................ 06/18/04 69 FR 34103

First R&O........................... 11/17/06 71 FR 66876

FNPRM............................... 11/17/06 71 FR 66897

R&O and MO&O........................ 02/17/09 74 FR 7314

Petitions for Reconsideration....... 04/13/09 74 FR 16870

Second MO&O......................... 12/06/10 75 FR 75814

Petitions for Recon................. 02/09/11 76 FR 7208

3rd MO&O and Order.................. 05/17/12 77 FR 28236

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

457. 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.

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NPRM................................ 08/16/10 75 FR 49871

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/15/10 .......................

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R&O................................. 05/31/11 76 FR 31252

Petitions for Recon................. 08/10/11 76 FR 49364

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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

458. 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.

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NPRM................................ 02/01/11 76 FR 5521

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/18/11 .......................

R&O................................. 05/23/12 77 FR 30423

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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

459. 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 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.

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NPRM................................ 02/08/11 76 FR 6928

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/10/11 .......................

R&O................................. 04/29/13 78 FR 25138

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

460. 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)

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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.

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NPRM................................ 06/16/11 76 FR 35176

R&O................................. 08/13/12 77 FR 48097

Petition for Recon.................. 11/11/12 77 FR 68722

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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

461. 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:

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NPRM................................ 12/27/12 77 FR 76250

NPRM Comment Period End............. 02/25/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

462. 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:

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NPRM................................ 07/01/13 78 FR 39200

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

463. 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

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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 ten 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:

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NPRM................................ 05/03/13 78 FR 25916

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

464. Establishment of Rules and Policies for the Digital Audio Radio Satellite Service in the 2310-2360 MHz Frequency Band; IB Docket No. 95-91; GEN Docket No. 90-357

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 151(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 309(j)

Abstract: In 1997, the Commission adopted service rules for the satellite digital audio radio service (SDARS) in the 2320-2345 MHz frequency band and sought further comment on proposed rules governing the use of complementary SDARS terrestrial repeaters. The Commission released a second further notice of proposed rulemaking in January 2008, to consider new proposals for rules to govern terrestrial repeaters operations. The Commission released a Second Report and Order on May 20, 2010, which adopted rules governing the operation of SDARS terrestrial repeaters, including establishing a blanket licensing regime for repeaters operating up to 12 kilowatts average equivalent isotropically radiated power.

On October 17, 2012, the Commission released an Order on Reconsideration that addressed various petitions for reconsideration of the 2010 Second Report and Order.

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NPRM................................ 06/15/95 60 FR 35166

R&O................................. 03/11/97 62 FR 11083

FNPRM............................... 04/18/97 62 FR 19095

Second FNPRM........................ 01/15/08 73 FR 2437

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 03/17/08 .......................

2nd R&O............................. 05/20/10 75 FR 45058

Order on Recon...................... 03/13/13 78 FR 2013

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Jay Whaley, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-7184, Fax: 202 418-0748, Email: jwhaley@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AF93

465. 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 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

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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:

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NPRM................................ 03/19/02 67 FR 12498

NPRM Comment Period End............. 07/02/02 .......................

Second R&O (Release Date)........... 06/20/03 68 FR 62247

Second FNPRM (Release Date)......... 07/08/03 68 FR 53702

Third R&O (Release Date)............ 07/08/03 68 FR 63994

FNPRM............................... 08/27/03 68 FR 51546

First R&O........................... 08/27/03 68 FR 51499

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 10/27/03 .......................

Fourth R&O (Release Date)........... 04/16/04 69 FR 67790

Fifth R&O, First Order on Recon 07/06/04 69 FR 51586

(Release Date).

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

466. 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), (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.

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NPRM................................ 04/12/04 69 FR 29676

First R&O........................... 05/12/11 76 FR 42567

FNPRM............................... 05/12/11 76 FR 42613

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 09/02/11 .......................

Second R&O.......................... 01/15/13 78 FR 15615

Petition for Recon.................. 07/01/13 78 FR 39232

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

467. Amendment of the Commission's Rules To Allocate Spectrum and Adopt Service Rules and Procedures To Govern the Use of Vehicle-Mounted Earth Stations (IB Docket No. 07-101)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and (j); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303 (c); 47 U.S.C. 303 (f); 47 U.S.C. 303 (g); 47 U.S.C. 303 (r); 47 U.S.C. 303 (y); 47 U.S.C. 308

Abstract: The Commission seeks comment on the proposed amendment of parts 2 and 25 of the Commission's rules to allocate spectrum for use with Vehicle-Mounted Earth Stations (VMES) in the Fixed-Satellite Service in the Ku-band uplink at 14.0-14.5 GHz and Ku-band downlink 11.72-12.2 GHz on a primary basis, and in the extended Ku-band downlink at 10.95-11.2 GHz and 11.45-11.7 GHz on a non-protected basis, and to adopt Ku-band VMES licensing and service rules modeled on the FCC's rules for Ku-band Earth Stations on Vessels (ESVs). The record in this proceeding will provide a basis for Commission action to facilitate introduction of this proposed service.

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NPRM................................ 07/08/07 72 FR 39357

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/04/07 .......................

R&O................................. 11/04/09 74 FR 57092

Petition for Reconsideration........ 04/14/10 75 FR 19401

Order on Recon...................... 02/11/13 78 FR 9602

Proceeding Terminated............... 02/11/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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-AI90

468. 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

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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:

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NPRM................................ 08/09/11 76 FR 65472

NPRM Comment Period End............. 01/04/12 .......................

First R&O........................... 08/22/12 77 FR 50628

Final Rule.......................... 07/10/13 78 FR 41314

Final Rule Effective................ 08/09/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

469. 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. 201-205; 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:

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NPRM................................ 05/13/11 76 FR 42625

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/02/11 .......................

Report and Order (release date)..... 11/29/12 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

470. 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 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:

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NPRM................................ 04/20/05 70 FR 20508

R&O................................. 03/08/13 78 FR 14920

NPRM................................ 03/18/13 78 FR 14952

NPRM Comment Period End............. 06/21/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

471. 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)-

(j); 47 U.S.C. 201-205; * * *

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:

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NPRM................................ 11/26/12 77 FR 70400

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/26/12 .......................

NPRM Reply Comment Period End....... 01/15/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

472. 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

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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:

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NPRM................................ 11/25/12 77 FR 67172

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/24/12 .......................

Reply Comment Period End............ 01/22/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Media Bureau

Long-Term Actions

473. 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:

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NPRM................................ 03/05/97 62 FR 10011

R&O................................. 07/15/98 63 FR 38089

Order on Recon...................... 06/02/99 64 FR 29599

FNPRM & Declaratory Ruling.......... 09/28/00 65 FR 58255

FNPRM............................... 01/16/03 68 FR 2278

Order and FNPRM..................... 06/17/03 68 FR 35818

Second R&O.......................... 11/28/03 68 FR 66728

FNPRM............................... 11/28/03 68 FR 66776

Order on Recon...................... 01/28/04 69 FR 4081

Second R&O.......................... 06/22/05 70 FR 36040

Third FNPRM......................... 07/25/07 72 FR 40818

4th FNPRM........................... 05/14/10 75 FR 27256

3rd R&O............................. 07/08/11 76 FR 40263

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

474. 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 four 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 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.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 10/05/01 66 FR 50991

R&O................................. 08/05/03 68 FR 46286

Public Notice....................... 02/19/04 69 FR 9216

FNPRM............................... 08/09/06 71 FR 4511

Second FNPRM........................ 08/08/07 72 FR 44539

R&O and Order on Recon.............. 02/21/08 73 FR 9481

Notice of Inquiry................... 06/11/10 75 FR 33227

NPRM................................ 01/19/12 77 FR 2868

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/19/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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.

RIN: 3060-AH97

475. 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:

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NPRM................................ 09/26/03 68 FR 55566

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/25/03 .......................

R&O................................. 11/29/04 69 FR 69325

FNPRM and MO&O...................... 10/18/10 75 FR 63766

2nd R&O............................. 07/07/11 76 FR 44821

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

476. 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.; * * *

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.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 08/26/04 69 FR 52464

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/27/04 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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.

RIN: 3060-AI55

477. Program Access Rules--Sunset of Exclusive Contracts Prohibition and Examination of Programming Tying Arrangements (MB Docket Nos. 12-

68, 07-198)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 548

Abstract: The program access provisions of the Communications Act (section 628) generally prohibit exclusive contracts for satellite delivered programming between programmers in which a cable operator has an attributable interest (vertically integrated programmers) and cable operators. This limitation was set to expire on October 5, 2007, unless circumstances in the video programming marketplace indicate that an extension of the prohibition continues ``to be necessary to preserve and protect competition and diversity in the distribution of video programming.'' The October 2007 Report and Order concluded the prohibition continues to be necessary, and accordingly, retained it until October 5, 2012. The accompanying Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) sought comment on revisions to the Commission's program access and retransmission consent rules. The associated Report and Order adopted rules to permit complainants to pursue program access claims regarding terrestrially delivered cable affiliated programming.

In October 2012, the Commission declined to extend the prohibition on exclusive contracts beyond the October 5, 2012, expiration date. The Commission also affirmed its expanded discovery procedures for program access complaints. In the accompanying FNPRM, the Commission sought comment on additional revisions to the program access rules.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 03/01/07 72 FR 9289

NPRM Comment Period End............. 04/02/07 .......................

R&O................................. 10/04/07 72 FR 56645

Second NPRM......................... 10/31/07 72 FR 61590

Second NPRM Comment Period End...... 11/30/07 .......................

R&O................................. 03/02/10 75 FR 9692

NPRM................................ 04/23/12 77 FR 24302

R&O................................. 10/31/12 77 FR 66026

FNPRM............................... 10/31/12 77 FR 66052

Petition for Recon.................. 06/16/13 78 FR 34015

Next Action Undetermined............

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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-AI87

478. Broadcast Localism (MB Docket No. 04-233)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 532; 47 U.S.C. 536

Abstract: The concept of localism has been a cornerstone of broadcast regulation. The Commission has consistently held that as temporary trustee of the public's airwaves, broadcasters are obligated to operate their stations to serve the public interest. Specifically, broadcasters are required to air programming responsive to the needs and issues of the people in their licensed communities. The Commission opened this proceeding to seek input on a number of issues related to broadcast localism.

Timetable:

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Report and NPRM..................... 02/13/08 73 FR 8255

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/14/08 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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-AJ04

479. Creating a Low Power Radio Service (MM Docket No. 99-25)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151 to 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 403; 47 U.S.C. 405

Abstract: This proceeding was initiated to establish a new noncommercial educational low power FM radio service for nonprofit community organizations and public safety entities. In January 2000, the Commission adopted a Report and Order establishing two classes of LPFM stations, 100 watt (LP100) and 10 watt (LP10) facilities, with service radii of approximately 3.5 miles and 1 to 2 miles, respectively. The Report and Order also established ownership and eligibility rules for the LPFM service. The Commission generally restricted ownership to entities with no attributable interest in any other broadcast station or other media. To choose among entities filing mutually exclusive applications for LPFM licenses, the Commission established a point system favoring local ownership and locally-

originated programming. The Report and Order imposed separation requirements for LPFM with respect to full power stations operating on co-, first, and second-adjacent and intermediate frequency (IF) channels.

In a Further Notice issued in 2005, the Commission reexamined some of its rules governing the LPFM service, noting that the rules may need adjustment in order to ensure that the

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Commission maximizes the value of the LPFM service without harming the interests of full-power FM stations or other Commission licensees. The Commission sought comment on a number of issues with respect to LPFM ownership restrictions and eligibility.

The Third Report and Order resolves issues raised in the Further Notice. The accompanying Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) considers rule changes to avoid the potential loss of LPFM stations.

In the third FNPRM, the Commission seeks comment on the impact of the Local Community Radio Act on the procedures previously adopted. The Fourth Report and Order adopts translator application necessary policies to effectuate the requirement of the Local Community Radio Act of 2010. In the Fifth Report and Order, the Commission modified rules to implement provisions of the Local Community Radio Act of 2010.

In the sixth Report and Order, the Commission adopted an LPFM service standard for second and adjacent channel spacing waivers. The Commission also adopted procedures for third adjacent channel interference complaints and remediation requirements

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 02/16/99 64 FR 7577

R&O................................. 02/15/00 65 FR 7616

MO&O and Order on Recon............. 11/09/00 65 FR 67289

Second R&O.......................... 05/10/01 66 FR 23861

Second Order on Recon and FNPRM..... 07/07/05 70 FR 3918

Third R&O........................... 01/17/08 73 FR 3202

Second FNPRM........................ 03/26/08 73 FR 12061

Third FNPRM......................... 07/29/11 76 FR 454901

4th R&O............................. 04/09/12 77 FR 21002

5th R&O............................. 04/05/12 77 FR 20555

6th R&O............................. 01/19/13 78 FR 2078

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Peter Doyle, Chief, Audio Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-2700, Email: peter.doyle@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ07

480. Policies To Promote Rural Radio Service and To Streamline Allotment and Assignment Procedures (MB Docket No. 09-52)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307 and 309(j)

Abstract: This proceeding was commenced to consider a number of changes to the Commission's rules and procedures to carry out the statutory goal of distributing radio service fairly and equitably, and to increase the transparency and efficiency of radio broadcast auction and licensing processes. In the NPRM, comment is sought on specific proposals regarding the procedures used to award commercial broadcast spectrum in the AM and FM broadcast bands. The accompanying Report and Order adopts rules that provide tribes a priority to obtain broadcast radio licenses in tribal communities. The Commission concurrently adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on whether to extend the tribal priority to tribes that do not possess tribal land.

The Commission adopted a second FNPRM in order to develop a more comprehensive record regarding measures to assist Federally recognized Native American tribes and Alaska native villages in obtaining commercial FM station authorizations. In the second R&O, the Commission adopted a number of procedures, procedural changes, and clarifications of existing rules and procedures, designed to promote ownership and programming diversity, especially by Native American tribes, and to promote the initiation and retention of radio service in and to smaller communities and rural areas.

In the Third R&O, the Commission adopted procedures to enable a tribe or tribal entity to qualify for tribal allotments added to the FM allotment table.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 05/13/09 74 FR 22498

First R&O........................... 03/04/10 75 FR 9797

FNPRM............................... 03/04/10 75 FR 9856

2nd FNPRM........................... 03/16/11 76 FR 14362

2nd R&O............................. 04/06/11 76 FR 18942

3rd R&O............................. 01/20/12 77 FR 2916

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Peter Doyle, Chief, Audio Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-2700, Email: peter.doyle@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ23

481. 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 nonattributable 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.

Timetable:

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R&O................................. 05/16/08 73 FR 28361

3rd FNPRM........................... 05/16/08 73 FR 28400

R&O................................. 05/27/09 74 FR 25163

4th FNPRM........................... 05/27/09 74 FR 25305

MO&O................................ 10/30/09 74 FR 56131

NPRM................................ 01/19/12 77 FR 2868

5th NPRM............................ 01/15/13 78 FR 2934

6th FNPRM........................... 01/15/13 78 FR 2925

Next Action Undetermined............

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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.

RIN: 3060-AJ27

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482. 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.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 03/28/11 76 FR 17071

NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/27/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

483. 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:

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NPRM................................ 03/18/11 76 FR 14856

NPRM Comment Period End............. 04/18/11 .......................

R&O................................. 09/08/11 76 FR 55585

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

484. 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:

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NPRM................................ 09/28/11 76 FR 59963

R&O................................. 03/20/12 77 FR 19480

Order on Recon, FNPRM............... 07/02/13 78 FR 39691

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

485. Noncommercial Educational Station Fundraising for Third-Party Nonprofit Organizations (MB Docket No. 12-106)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 399(b)

Abstract: The proceeding was initiated to analyze the Commission's longstanding policy prohibiting noncommercial educational broadcast stations from conducting on-air fundraising activities that interrupt regular programming for the benefit of third-party nonprofit organizations.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 06/22/12 77 FR 37638

NPRM Comment Period End............. 07/23/12 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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-AJ79

486. 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 visibly impaired.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 06/18/13 78 FR 36478

NPRM Comment Period End............. 07/15/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Adam Copeland, Attorney, Policy Divison Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-2120, Email: adam.copeland@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AK11

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Office of Managing Director

Long-Term Actions

487. 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

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by assessing and collecting annual regulatory fees from beneficiaries of the activities.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 04/06/06 71 FR 17410

R&O................................. 08/02/06 71 FR 43842

NPRM................................ 05/02/07 72 FR 24213

R&O................................. 08/16/07 72 FR 45908

FNPRM............................... 08/16/07 72 FR 46010

NPRM................................ 05/28/08 73 FR 30563

R&O................................. 08/26/08 73 FR 50201

FNPRM............................... 08/26/08 73 FR 50285

2nd R&O............................. 05/12/09 74 FR 22104

NPRM and Order...................... 06/02/09 74 FR 26329

R&O................................. 08/11/09 74 FR 40089

NPRM................................ 04/26/10 75 FR 21536

R&O................................. 07/19/10 75 FR 41932

NPRM................................ 05/26/11 76 FR 30605

R&O................................. 08/10/11 76 FR 49333

NPRM................................ 05/17/12 77 FR 29275

R&O................................. 08/03/12 77 FR 46307

NPRM................................ 08/17/12 77 FR 49749

NPRM................................ 06/10/13 78 FR 34612

R&O................................. 08/23/13 78 FR 52433

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

488. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 02/01/11 76 FR 5652

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/03/11 .......................

Public Notice....................... 02/15/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

489. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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FNPRM............................... 08/02/96 61 FR 40374

R&O................................. 08/02/96 61 FR 40348

MO&O................................ 01/16/98 63 FR 2631

Second R&O.......................... 06/28/99 64 FR 34564

Third R&O........................... 11/04/99 64 FR 60126

Second MO&O......................... 12/29/99 64 FR 72951

Fourth MO&O......................... 10/02/00 65 FR 58657

FNPRM............................... 06/13/01 66 FR 31878

Order............................... 11/02/01 66 FR 55618

R&O................................. 05/23/02 67 FR 36112

Public Notice....................... 07/17/02 67 FR 46909

Order to Stay....................... 07/26/02 .......................

Order on Recon...................... 01/22/03 68 FR 2914

FNPRM............................... 01/23/03 68 FR 3214

R&O, Second FNPRM................... 02/11/04 69 FR 6578

Second R&O.......................... 09/07/04 69 FR 54037

NPRM................................ 06/20/07 72 FR 33948

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/18/07 .......................

R&O................................. 02/14/08 73 FR 8617

Public Notice....................... 09/25/08 73 FR 55473

Comment Period End.................. 10/18/08 .......................

Public Notice....................... 11/18/09 74 FR 59539

Comment Period End.................. 12/04/09 .......................

FNPRM, NOI.......................... 11/02/10 75 FR 67321

Second R&O.......................... 11/18/10 75 FR 70604

Order, Comment Period Extension..... 01/07/11 76 FR 1126

Comment Period End.................. 02/18/11 .......................

Final Rule.......................... 04/28/11 76 FR 23713

NPRM................................ 08/04/11 76 FR 47114

Second FNPRM........................ 08/04/11 76 FR 47114

3rd R&O............................. 09/28/11 76 FR 59916

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/02/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

490. 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

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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 10/11/94 59 FR 54878

FNPRM............................... 01/23/03 68 FR 3214

Second FNPRM........................ 02/11/04 69 FR 6595

R&O................................. 02/11/04 69 FR 6578

Public Notice....................... 01/13/05 70 FR 2405

Comment Period End.................. 03/29/05 .......................

NOI................................. 01/13/11 76 FR 2297

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NOI Comment Period End.............. 03/14/11 .......................

Public Notice (Release Date)........ 05/21/12 .......................

Public Notice Comment Period End.... 08/06/12 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

491. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 10/10/97 62 FR 63302

Order............................... 01/13/98 63 FR 1943

FNPRM............................... 11/16/98 63 FR 63639

R&O................................. 01/29/99 64 FR 51462

Order............................... 03/29/99 64 FR 14834

Second R&O.......................... 09/23/99 64 FR 51462

Third R&O........................... 09/24/99 64 FR 51710

Order on Recon...................... 09/28/99 64 FR 52244

Policy Statement.................... 10/12/99 64 FR 55164

Second Order on Recon............... 05/04/01 66 FR 22446

Order............................... 10/05/01 66 FR 50841

Order on Remand..................... 05/02/02 67 FR 21999

NPRM................................ 09/23/04 69 FR 56976

First R&O........................... 10/13/05 70 FR 59704

Second R&O.......................... 07/05/06 71 FR 38091

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

492. 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:

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NPRM................................ 10/09/97 62 FR 60199

Second NPRM......................... 11/07/97 62 FR 60199

First R&O........................... 11/02/98 63 FR 58645

Third NPRM.......................... 11/02/98 63 FR 58685

First MO&O.......................... 11/04/99 64 FR 60123

Second R&O.......................... 08/08/00 65 FR 48393

Fourth NPRM......................... 08/25/00 65 FR 51788

Second MO&O......................... 09/05/00 65 FR 53641

Third MO&O.......................... 11/07/00 65 FR 66644

Third R&O........................... 11/07/00 65 FR 66644

Fifth NPRM.......................... 02/16/01 66 FR 10660

Fourth R&O.......................... 02/16/01 66 FR 10632

Fourth MO&O......................... 09/27/02 67 FR 61002

Sixth NPRM.......................... 11/08/02 67 FR 68079

Fifth R&O........................... 12/13/02 67 FR 76697

Seventh NPRM........................ 04/27/05 70 FR 21726

Sixth R&O........................... 04/27/05 70 FR 21671

Eighth NPRM......................... 04/07/06 71 FR 17786

NPRM................................ 09/21/06 71 FR 55149

Ninth NPRM.......................... 01/10/07 72 FR 1201

R&O and FNPRM....................... 05/02/07 72 FR 24238

Second R&O.......................... 08/24/07 72 FR 48814

Second FNPRM........................ 05/21/08 73 FR 29582

Third FNPRM......................... 10/03/08 73 FR 57750

Third R&O........................... 01/25/11 76 FR 51271

Fourth FNPRM........................ 01/25/11 76 FR 51271

Fourth FNPRM Comment Period End..... 05/10/11 .......................

Fourth R&O.......................... 07/20/11 76 FR 62309

R&O (release date).................. 04/01/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

493. 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:

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Fourth R&O, Third NPRM.............. 09/19/00 65 FR 56752

NPRM................................ 09/19/00 65 FR 56757

Fifth R&O, First R&O, and MO&O...... 01/14/02 67 FR 1643

Final Rule.......................... 01/25/02 67 FR 3621

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: David H. Siehl, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-1313, Fax: 202 418-2816, Email: david.siehl@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AH90

494. Commission Rules Concerning Disruptions to Communications (PS Docket No. 11-82)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 155; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 251

Abstract: The 2004 Report and Order extended the Commission's outage reporting requirements to non-wireline carriers and streamlined reporting through a new electronic template. Nine petitions for reconsideration were filed and remain pending. A Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding the unique communications needs of airports also remains pending.

The 2012 Report and Order extended the Commission's outage reporting requirements to interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services where there is a complete loss of connectivity that has the potential to affect at least 900,000 user minutes. Interconnected VoIP service providers will file outage reports through the same

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electronic mechanism as providers of other services. They will be required to submit a ``Notification'' and a ``Final Report.'' A notification is due within 4 hours of discovering a reportable outage when the outage affects a facility serving a 911 call center, and within 24 hours when the outage does not affect such facilities. A Final Report is due within 30 days. The Commission indicated that the technical issues involved in identifying and reporting significant outages of broadband Internet services requires further study.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 03/26/04 69 FR 15761

FNPRM............................... 11/26/04 69 FR 68859

R&O................................. 12/03/04 69 FR 70316

Announcement of Effective Date and 12/30/04 69 FR 78338

Partial Stay.

Petition for Recon.................. 02/15/05 70 FR 7737

Amendment of Delegated Authority.... 02/21/08 73 FR 9462

Public Notice....................... 08/02/10 .......................

NPRM................................ 05/13/11 76 FR 33686

NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/08/11 .......................

R&O................................. 02/21/12 77 FR 25088

Final Rule; Correction.............. 01/30/13 78 FR 6216

Next Action Undetermined............

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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-AI22

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 provide ubiquitous and reliable enhanced 911 service.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 03/29/04 69 FR 16193

NPRM................................ 06/29/05 70 FR 37307

R&O................................. 06/29/05 70 FR 37273

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/12/05 .......................

NPRM................................ 06/20/07 72 FR 33948

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/18/07 .......................

FNPRM, NOI.......................... 11/02/10 75 FR 67321

Order, Extension of Comment Period.. 01/07/11 76 FR 1126

Comment Period End.................. 02/18/11 .......................

2nd FNPRM, NPRM..................... 08/04/11 76 FR 47114

2nd FNPRM Comment Period End........ 11/02/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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. Stolen Vehicle Recovery System (SVRS)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303

Abstract: The Report and Order amends 47 CFR 90.20(e)(6) governing stolen vehicle recovery system operations at 173.075 MHz, by increasing the radiated power limit for narrowband base stations; increasing the power output limit for narrowband base stations; increasing the power output limit for narrowband mobile transceivers; modifying the base station duty cycle; increasing the tracking duty cycle for mobile transceivers; and retaining the requirement for TV channel 7 interference studies and that such studies must be served on TV channel 7 stations.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 08/23/06 71 FR 49401

NPRM Comment Period End............. 10/10/06 .......................

R&O................................. 10/14/08 73 FR 60631

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Zenji Nakazawa, Associate Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-7949, Email: zenji.nakazaw@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ01

497. Commercial Mobile Alert System

Legal Authority: Pub. L. 109-347 title VI; EO 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 broadcast television stations remain outstanding.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 01/03/08 73 FR 545

NPRM Comment Period End............. 02/04/08 .......................

First R&O........................... 07/24/08 73 FR 43009

Second R&O.......................... 08/14/08 73 FR 47550

FNPRM............................... 08/14/08 73 FR 47568

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 09/15/08 .......................

Third R&O........................... 09/22/08 73 FR 54511

Order............................... 02/25/13 78 FR 16806

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

498. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 06/20/07 72 FR 33948

R&O................................. 02/14/08 73 FR 8617

Public Notice....................... 09/25/08 73 FR 55473

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Public Notice....................... 11/18/09 74 FR 59539

2nd R&O............................. 11/18/10 75 FR 70604

Second NPRM......................... 08/04/11 76 FR 47114

Second NPRM Comment Period End...... 11/02/11 .......................

FNPRM; NOI.......................... 11/02/10 75 FR 67321

Final Rule.......................... 04/28/11 76 FR 23713

NPRM, 3rd R&O, and 2nd FNPRM........ 09/28/11 76 FR 59916

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

499. 911 Reliability (PS Docket No. 13-75)

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 154(o); 47 U.S.C. 201(b); 47 U.S.C. 214(d); 47 U.S.C. 218; * * *

Abstract: The Federal Communications Commission proposes a range of approaches to ensure that providers of 911 communications services implement best practices and other sound engineering principles to improve the reliability and resiliency of the nation's 911 networks. The NPRM also proposes amendments to the Commission's current rules to clarify and add specificity to service providers' obligations to notify 911 call centers of communications outages. This action follows an inquiry by the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau into widespread 911 service outages during the June 2012 Derecho storm.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 04/12/13 78 FR 21879

NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/13/13 .......................

NPRM Reply Comment Period End....... 05/28/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Eric Schmidt, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-1214, Email: eric.schmidt@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ95

500. Private Land Radio Services/Miscellaneous Wireless Communications Services

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 301-303; 47 U.S.C. 307-309; 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 04/24/13 78 FR 24138

NPRM Comment Period End............. 05/24/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Genaro Fullano, Legal Counsel, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-1400, Email: genaro.fullano@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ99

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Wireless Telecommunications Bureau

Proposed Rule Stage

501. 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, two-way broadband Internet service at engineered data rates of at least 768 kbps downstream.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 11/14/07 72 FR 64013

NPRM Comment Period End............. 01/14/08 .......................

FNPRM............................... 06/25/08 73 FR 35995

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 08/11/08 .......................

FNPRM............................... 08/20/13 78 FR 51559

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 10/16/13

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Peter Daronco, Associate Division 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

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Wireless Telecommunications Bureau

Long-Term Actions

502. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 11/21/00 65 FR 69891

NPRM................................ 09/28/05 70 FR 56612

NPRM................................ 01/19/06 71 FR 3029

FNPRM............................... 08/30/07 72 FR 50085

Final Rule.......................... 08/30/07 72 FR 50064

Final Rule.......................... 04/28/10 75 FR 22263

FNPRM............................... 04/28/10 75 FR 22338

2nd R&O............................. 05/06/11 76 FR 26199

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

503. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 10/16/01 66 FR 64785

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/14/02 .......................

R&O and FNPRM....................... 10/16/03 .......................

FNPRM............................... 04/12/04 69 FR 19140

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/12/04 .......................

R&O................................. 06/14/04 69 FR 32577

NPRM................................ 12/06/06 71 FR 70710

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/06/07 .......................

Final Rule.......................... 12/06/06 71 FR 70671

3rd R&O............................. 03/29/11 76 FR 17347

Stay Order.......................... 03/29/11 76 FR 17353

3rd FNPRM........................... 01/30/13 78 FR 6276

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

504. 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:

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NPRM................................ 06/14/05 70 FR 43372

NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/26/05 .......................

Declaratory Ruling.................. 06/14/05 70 FR 43322

R&O................................. 01/24/06 71 FR 6214

FNPRM............................... 02/03/06 71 FR 6992

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 02/24/06 .......................

Second R&O.......................... 04/25/06 71 FR 26245

Order on Recon of Second R&O........ 06/02/06 71 FR 34272

NPRM................................ 06/21/06 71 FR 35594

NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/21/06 .......................

Reply Comment Period End............ 09/19/06 .......................

Second Order and Recon of Second R&O 04/04/08 73 FR 18528

Order............................... 02/01/12 77 FR 16470

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

505. 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 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:

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NPRM................................ 04/02/03 68 FR 34560

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/08/03 .......................

FNPRM............................... 07/29/04 69 FR 72048

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 01/10/03 .......................

R&O................................. 07/29/04 69 FR 72020

MO&O................................ 04/27/06 71 FR 35178

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FNPRM............................... 03/20/08 73 FR 26067

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/07/08 .......................

MO&O................................ 03/20/08 73 FR 26032

MO&O................................ 09/28/09 74 FR 49335

FNPRM............................... 09/28/09 74 FR 49356

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 10/13/09 .......................

R&O................................. 06/03/10 75 FR 33729

FNPRM............................... 05/27/11 76 FR 32901

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/22/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: John Schauble, Deputy Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommuncations Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-0797, Email: john.schauble@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ12

506. 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:

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Final Rule.......................... 01/29/09 74 FR 5117

Final Rule Effective................ 03/02/09 .......................

Petition for Recon.................. 04/03/09 74 FR 15271

Final Rule.......................... 05/26/11 76 FR 33653

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

507. 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, two-way broadband Internet service at engineered data rates of at least 768 kbps downstream.

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NPRM................................ 11/02/04 69 FR 63489

NPRM Comment Period End............. 01/24/05 .......................

FNPRM............................... 06/25/08 73 FR 35995

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 08/11/08 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Peter Daronco, Associate Division 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

508. 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: In the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Order, to facilitate the DTV transition the Commission tentatively concludes to amend its rules to make clear that the operation of low power auxiliary stations within the 700 MHz Band will no longer be permitted after the end of the DTV transition. The Commission also tentatively concludes to prohibit the manufacture, import, sale, offer for sale, or shipment of devices that operate as low power auxiliary stations in the 700 MHz Band. In addition, for those licensees that have obtained authorizations to operate low power auxiliary stations in spectrum that includes the 700 MHz Band beyond the end of the DTV transition, the Commission tentatively concludes that it will modify these licenses so as not to permit such operations in the 700 MHz Band after February 17, 2009. The Commission also seeks comment on issues raised by the Public Interest Spectrum Coalition (PISC) in its informal complaint and petition for rulemaking.

The Commission also imposes a freeze on the filing of new license applications that seek to operate on any 700 MHz Band frequencies (698-

806 MHz) after the end of the DTV transition, February 17, 2009, as well as on granting any request for equipment authorization of low power auxiliary station devices that would operate in any of the 700 MHz Band frequencies. The Commission also holds in abeyance, until the conclusion of this proceeding, any pending license applications and equipment authorization requests that involve operation of low power auxiliary devices on frequencies in the 700 MHz Band after the end of the DTV transition.

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

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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 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.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 09/03/08 73 FR 51406

NPRM Comment Period End............. 10/20/08 .......................

R&O................................. 01/22/10 75 FR 3622

FNPRM............................... 01/22/10 75 FR 3682

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 03/22/10 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

509. 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:

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NPRM................................ 03/18/05 70 FR 13143

NPRM Comment Period End............. 06/12/05 70 FR 23080

Final Rule.......................... 12/16/08 73 FR 67794

Petition for Recon.................. 03/12/09 74 FR 10739

Order on Recon...................... 07/17/13 78 FR 42701

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

510. 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:

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NPRM................................ 06/29/09 74 FR 36134

NPRM Comment Period End............. 07/22/09 .......................

R&O................................. 06/11/10 75 FR 41767

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

511. 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:

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NPRM................................ 08/03/06 71 FR 48506

NPRM................................ 09/20/06 .......................

FNPRM............................... 05/02/07 72 FR 24238

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 05/23/07 .......................

R&O................................. 07/31/07 72 FR 48814

Order on Recon...................... 09/24/07 72 FR 56015

Second FNPRM........................ 05/14/08 73 FR 29582

Second FNPRM Comment Period End..... 06/20/08 .......................

Third FNPRM......................... 09/05/08 73 FR 57750

Third FNPRM Comment Period End...... 11/03/08 .......................

Second R&O.......................... 02/20/09 74 FR 8868

Final Rule.......................... 03/04/09 74 FR 8868

Order on Recon...................... 03/01/13 78 FR 19424

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

512. 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:

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NPRM................................ 11/22/06 71 FR 67510

NPRM Comment Period End............. 02/20/07 .......................

New NPRM Comment Period End......... 05/23/07 .......................

Order on Remand..................... 01/26/12 77 FR 3935

Next Action Undetermined............

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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.

RIN: 3060-AJ36

513. 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.

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NPRM................................ 06/13/07 72 FR 32582

FNPRM............................... 04/14/10 75 FR 19340

Order on Recon...................... 05/27/10 75 FR 29677

5th R&O............................. 05/16/13 78 FR 28749

Petition for Reconsideration........ 07/23/13 78 FR 44091

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

514. 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:

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NPRM................................ 08/05/10 75 FR 52185

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/22/10 .......................

R&O................................. 09/27/11 76 FR 59559

FNPRM............................... 09/27/11 76 FR 59614

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 10/25/11 .......................

R&O................................. 09/05/12 77 FR 54421

FNPRM............................... 09/05/12 77 FR 54511

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 10/22/12 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: John Schauble, Deputy Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommuncations Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-0797, Email: john.schauble@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ47

515. 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.

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NPRM................................ 05/21/10 75 FR 28517

NPRM Comment Period End............. 07/20/10 .......................

NPRM Reply Comment Period End....... 08/19/10 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Dan Abeyta, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-1538, Email: dan.abeyta@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ50

516. 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:

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NPRM................................ 10/14/10 75 FR 67060

NPRM Comment Period End............. 01/18/11 .......................

R&O................................. 11/29/11 76 FR 73830

FNPRM............................... 12/16/11 76 FR 78384

R&O................................. 12/28/11 76 FR 81562

2nd R&O............................. 07/03/12 77 FR 39435

4th Order on Recon.................. 08/14/12 77 FR 48453

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

517. 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

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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.

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NPRM................................ 07/15/10 75 FR 49871

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/30/10 .......................

R&O................................. 04/06/11 76 FR 31252

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Jeremy Marcus, Assistant Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-0059, Fax: 202 418-7257, Email: jeremy.marcus@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ59

518. 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.

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NPRM................................ 03/29/12 77 FR 18991

NPRM Comment Period End............. 04/13/12 .......................

R&O................................. 05/24/12 77 FR 33972

Petition for Recon Public Notice.... 08/16/12 77 FR 53163

Petition for Recon PN Comment Period 09/27/12 .......................

End.

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Brian Regan, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-2849, Email: brian.regan@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ71

519. Service Rules for Advaned 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.

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NPRM Comment Period End............. 04/17/12 .......................

NPRM................................ 04/17/12 77 FR 22720

R&O................................. 05/05/13 78 FR 8229

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Jeremy Marcus, Assistant Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-0059, Fax: 202 418-7257, Email: jeremy.marcus@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ73

520. Promoting Interoperability in the 700 MHz Commercial Spectrum; Interoperability of Mobile User Equipment Across Paired Commercial Spectrum Blocks in the 700 MHz Band

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: The Commission seeks comment on whether the customers of lower 700 MHz B and C block licensees would experience harmful interference--and if so, to what degree--if the lower 700 MHz band were interoperable. The Commission also explores the next steps should it find that interoperability would cause limited or no harmful interference to lower 700 MHz B and C block licensees, or that such interference can reasonably be mitigated through industry efforts and/

or through modifications to the Commission's technical rules or other regulatory measures.

Timetable:

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NPRM................................ 04/02/12 77 FR 19575

NPRM Comment Period End............. 06/01/12 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Brenda Boykin, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-2062, Email: brenda.boykin@fcc.gov.

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RIN: 3060-AJ78

521. 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 tem 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.

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NPRM................................ 01/08/13 78 FR 1166

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/06/13 .......................

R&O................................. 08/16/13 78 FR 50213

Next Action Undetermined............

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: David Hu, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-7120, Fax: 202 418-1186, Email: dhu@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ86

522. 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.

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NPRM................................ 05/10/11 76 FR 26983

R&O................................. 04/11/13 78 FR 21555

Next Action Undetermined............

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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-AJ87

523. Amendment of the Commission's Rules Governing Certain Aviation Ground Station Equipment (Squitter) (WT DocketT 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.

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NPRM................................ 04/28/10 75 FR 22352

R&O (Release Date).................. 03/01/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

524. Amendment of the Commission's Rules Concerning Commercial Radio Operations (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.

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NPRM................................ 10/29/10 75 FR 66709

R&O................................. 05/29/13 78 FR 32165

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

525. 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.

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NPRM................................ 01/11/12 77 FR 1661

R&O................................. 07/26/13 78 FR 45072

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

526. 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.

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NPRM................................ 05/11/11 76 FR 27296

R&O................................. 10/10/12 77 FR 61535

Order on Recon...................... 08/09/13 78 FR 48627

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

527. Promotig Technological Solutions To Combat Wireless 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 lease modifications between wireless providers and managed access system operators. It also proposes to allow wireless providers to terminate service to a contraband device.

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NPRM................................ 06/18/13 78 FR 36469

NPRM Comment Period End............. 08/08/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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 COMMUMICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Wireline Competition Bureau

Long-Term Actions

528. Implementation of the Universal Service Portions of the 1996 Telecommunications Act

Legal Authority: 47 U.S.C. 151 et seq.

Abstract: The goals of Universal Service, as mandated by the 1996 Act, are to promote the availability of quality services at just, reasonable, and affordable rates; increase access to advanced telecommunications services throughout the Nation; advance the availability of such services to all consumers, including those in low-

income, rural, insular, and high-cost areas at rates that are reasonably comparable to those charged in urban areas. In addition, the 1996 Act states that all providers of telecommunications services should contribute to Federal universal service in some equitable and nondiscriminatory manner; there should be specific, predictable, and sufficient Federal and State mechanisms to preserve and advance universal service; all schools, classrooms, health care providers, and libraries should, generally, have access to advanced telecommunications services; and finally, that the Federal-State Joint Board and the Commission should determine those other principles that, consistent with the 1996 Act, are necessary to protect the public interest. More recently, modernization efforts for continuous improvements to the universal service programs are being realized consistent and in keeping with the goals envisioned by the National Broadband Plan.

On February 19, 2010, the Commission released an Order and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that enabled schools that receive funding from the E-rate program to allow members of the general public to use the schools' Internet access during nonoperating hours through funding year 2010 (July 1, 2010, through June 30, 2011) and sought comment on revising its rules to make this change permanent.

On March 18, 2010, the Commission issued a Report & Order and Memorandum Opinion & Order. In this order, the Commission addressed an inequitable asymmetry in the Commission's current rules governing the receipt of universal service high-cost local switching support (LSS) by small incumbent local exchange carriers (LECs). By modifying the Commission's rules to permit incumbent LECs that lose lines to receive additional LSS when they cross a threshold, the order provides LSS to all small LECs on the same basis. Nothing in the order is intended to address the long-term role of LSS in the Commission's high-cost on universal service policies, which the Commission is considering as part of comprehensive universal service reform. April 16, 2010, the Commission issued an Order and NPRM addressing high-cost universal service support for nonrural carriers serving insular areas. In the NPRM, the Commission sought comment on amending its rules to provide additional low-income support in Puerto Rico.

On April 21, 2010, the Commission issued a Notice of Inquiry and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, the first in a series of proceedings to kick off universal service support reform that is key to making broadband service available for millions of Americans who lack access. This NOI and NPRM sought

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comment on first steps to reform the distribution of universal service high-cost support.

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Recommended Decision Federal-State 11/08/96 61 FR 63778

Joint Board, Universal Service.

First R&O........................... 05/08/97 62 FR 32862

Second R&O.......................... 05/08/97 62 FR 32862

Order on Recon...................... 07/10/97 62 FR 40742

R&O and Second Order on Recon....... 07/18/97 62 FR 41294

Second R&O, and FNPRM............... 08/15/97 62 FR 47404

Third R&O........................... 10/14/97 62 FR 56118

Second Order on Recon............... 11/26/97 62 FR 65036

Fourth Order on Recon............... 12/30/97 62 FR 2093

Fifth Order on Recon................ 06/22/98 63 FR 43088

Fifth R&O........................... 10/28/98 63 FR 63993

Eighth Order on Recon............... 11/21/98 .......................

Second Recommended Decision......... 11/25/98 63 FR 67837

Thirteenth Order on Recon........... 06/09/99 64 FR 30917

FNPRM............................... 06/14/99 64 FR 31780

FNPRM............................... 09/30/99 64 FR 52738

Fourteenth Order on Recon........... 11/16/99 64 FR 62120

Fifteenth Order on Recon............ 11/30/99 64 FR 66778

Tenth R&O........................... 12/01/99 64 FR 67372

Ninth R&O and Eighteenth Order on 12/01/99 64 FR 67416

Recon.

Nineteenth Order on Recon........... 12/30/99 64 FR 73427

Twentieth Order on Recon............ 05/08/00 65 FR 26513

Public Notice....................... 07/18/00 65 FR 44507

Twelfth R&O, MO&O and FNPRM......... 08/04/00 65 FR 47883

FNPRM and Order..................... 11/09/00 65 FR 67322

FNPRM............................... 01/26/01 66 FR 7867

R&O and Order on Recon.............. 03/14/01 66 FR 16144

NPRM................................ 05/08/01 66 FR 28718

Order............................... 05/22/01 66 FR 35107

Fourteenth R&O and FNPRM............ 05/23/01 66 FR 30080

FNPRM and Order..................... 01/25/02 67 FR 7327

NPRM................................ 02/15/02 67 FR 9232

NPRM and Order...................... 02/15/02 67 FR 10846

FNPRM and R&O....................... 02/26/02 67 FR 11254

NPRM................................ 04/19/02 67 FR 34653

Order and Second FNPRM.............. 12/13/02 67 FR 79543

NPRM................................ 02/25/03 68 FR 12020

Public Notice....................... 02/26/03 68 FR 10724

Second R&O and FNPRM................ 06/20/03 68 FR 36961

Twenty-Fifth Order on Recon, R&O, 07/16/03 68 FR 41996

Order, and FNPRM.

NPRM................................ 07/17/03 68 FR 42333

Order............................... 07/24/03 68 FR 47453

Order............................... 08/06/03 68 FR 46500

Order and Order on Recon............ 08/19/03 68 FR 49707

Order on Remand, MO&O, FNPRM........ 10/27/03 68 FR 69641

R&O, Order on Recon, FNPRM.......... 11/17/03 68 FR 74492

R&O, FNPRM.......................... 02/26/04 69 FR 13794

R&O, FNPRM.......................... 04/29/04 .......................

NPRM................................ 05/14/04 69 FR 3130

NPRM................................ 06/08/04 69 FR 40839

Order............................... 06/28/04 69 FR 48232

Order on Recon & Fourth R&O......... 07/30/04 69 FR 55983

Fifth R&O and Order................. 08/13/04 69 FR 55097

Order............................... 08/26/04 69 FR 57289

Second FNPRM........................ 09/16/04 69 FR 61334

Order & Order on Recon.............. 01/10/05 70 FR 10057

Sixth R&O........................... 03/14/05 70 FR 19321

R&O................................. 03/17/05 70 FR 29960

MO&O................................ 03/30/05 70 FR 21779

NPRM & FNPRM........................ 06/14/05 70 FR 41658

Order............................... 10/14/05 70 FR 65850

Order............................... 10/27/05 .......................

NPRM................................ 01/11/06 71 FR 1721

Report Number 2747.................. 01/12/06 71 FR 2042

Order............................... 02/08/06 71 FR 6485

FNPRM............................... 03/15/06 71 FR 13393

R&O and NPRM........................ 07/10/06 71 FR 38781

Order............................... 01/01/06 71 FR 6485

Order............................... 05/16/06 71 FR 30298

MO&O and FNPRM...................... 05/16/06 71 FR 29843

R&O................................. 06/27/06 71 FR 38781

Public Notice....................... 08/11/06 71 FR 50420

Order............................... 09/29/06 71 FR 65517

Public Notice....................... 03/12/07 72 FR 36706

Public Notice....................... 03/13/07 72 FR 40816

Public Notice....................... 03/16/07 72 FR 39421

Notice of Inquiry................... 04/16/07 .......................

NPRM................................ 05/14/07 72 FR 28936

Recommended Decision................ 11/20/07 .......................

Order............................... 02/14/08 73 FR 8670

NPRM................................ 03/04/08 73 FR 11580

NPRM................................ 03/04/08 73 FR 11591

R&O................................. 05/05/08 73 FR 11837

Public Notice....................... 07/02/08 73 FR 37882

NPRM................................ 08/19/08 73 FR 48352

Notice of Inquiry................... 10/14/08 73 FR 60689

Order on Remand, R&O, FNPRM......... 11/12/08 73 FR 66821

R&O................................. 05/22/09 74 FR 2395

Order & NPRM........................ 03/24/10 75 FR 10199

R&O and MO&O........................ 04/08/10 75 FR 17872

NOI and NPRM........................ 05/13/10 75 FR 26906

Order and NPRM...................... 05/28/10 75 FR 30024

NPRM................................ 06/09/10 75 FR 32699

NPRM................................ 08/09/10 75 FR 48236

NPRM................................ 09/21/10 75 FR 56494

R&O................................. 12/03/10 75 FR 75393

Order............................... 01/27/11 76 FR 4827

NPRM................................ 03/02/11 76 FR 11407

NPRM................................ 03/02/11 76 FR 11632

NPRM................................ 03/23/11 76 FR 16482

Order and NPRM...................... 06/27/11 76 FR 37307

R&O................................. 12/28/11 76 FR 81562

Order............................... 03/09/12 77 FR 14297

R&O................................. 03/30/12 77 FR 19125

Order............................... 05/23/12 77 FR 30411

3rd Order on Recon.................. 05/24/12 77 FR 30904

Public Notice....................... 05/31/12 77 FR 32113

FNPRM............................... 06/07/12 77 FR 33896

Public Notice....................... 07/26/12 77 FR 43773

Order............................... 08/30/12 77 FR 52616

Public Notice....................... 02/28/12 77 FR 76345

Public Notice....................... 08/29/12 77 FR 52279

Public Notice....................... 12/12/12 77 FR 74010

5th Order on Recon.................. 01/17/13 78 FR 3837

Public Notice....................... 02/07/13 78 FR 9020

Public Notice....................... 02/21/13 78 FR 12006

Public Notice....................... 02/22/13 78 FR 12269

Public Notice....................... 03/15/13 78 FR 16456

6th Order on Recon and MO&O......... 03/19/13 78 FR 16808

MO&O................................ 05/08/13 78 FR 26705

R&O................................. 05/06/13 78 FR 26269

R&O................................. 06/03/13 78 FR 32991

Public Notice....................... 06/13/13 78 FR 35632

R&O................................. 06/26/13 78 FR 38227

Order on Recon...................... 08/08/13 78 FR 48622

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

529. 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

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43-05 and 43-06 reporting requirements to all carriers that are required to file these reports.

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NPRM................................ 12/04/00 65 FR 75657

Order............................... 02/06/02 67 FR 5670

Order............................... 03/22/05 70 FR 14466

MO&O................................ 10/15/08 73 FR 60997

Next Action Undetermined............ .......................

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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

530. 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.

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NPRM................................ 01/25/01 66 FR 7725

NPRM Comment Period End............. 02/26/01 .......................

FNPRM............................... 11/30/01 66 FR 59761

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 12/31/01 .......................

R&O................................. 11/30/01 66 FR 59719

Second FNPRM........................ 03/23/04 69 FR 13794

Second FNPRM Comment Period End..... 04/23/04 .......................

Order............................... 05/06/04 69 FR 25325

Next Action Undetermined............ .......................

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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

531. 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 terminating channelization equipment and upon customers that obtain Primary Rate Interface (PRI) Integrated Service Digital Network (ISDN) service.

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NPRM................................ 08/13/04 69 FR 50141

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/12/04 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............ .......................

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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

532. IP-Enabled Services

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.

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NPRM................................ 03/29/04 69 FR 16193

NPRM Comment Period End............. 07/14/04 .......................

First R&O........................... 06/03/05 70 FR 37273

Public Notice....................... 06/16/05 70 FR 37403

First R&O Effective................. 07/29/05 70 FR 43323

Public Notice....................... 08/31/05 70 FR 51815

R&O................................. 07/10/06 71 FR 38781

R&O and FNPRM....................... 06/08/07 72 FR 31948

FNPRM Comment Period End............ 07/09/07 72 FR 31782

R&O................................. 08/06/07 72 FR 43546

Public Notice....................... 08/07/07 72 FR 44136

R&O................................. 08/16/07 72 FR 45908

Public Notice....................... 11/01/07 72 FR 61813

Public Notice....................... 11/01/07 72 FR 61882

Public Notice....................... 12/13/07 72 FR 70808

Public Notice....................... 12/20/07 72 FR 72358

R&O................................. 02/21/08 73 FR 9463

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NPRM................................ 02/21/08 73 FR 9507

Order............................... 05/15/08 73 FR 28057

Order............................... 07/29/09 74 FR 37624

R&O................................. 08/07/09 74 FR 39551

Public Notice....................... 10/14/09 74 FR 52808

Announcement of Effective Date...... 03/19/10 75 FR 13235

Public Notice....................... 05/20/10 75 FR 28249

Public Notice....................... 06/11/10 75 FR 33303

NPRM, Order, & NOI (Release Date)... 04/13/13 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............ .......................

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Tim Stelzig, Deputy Chief, Competition Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireline Competition Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-0942, Email: tim.stelzig@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AI48

533. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 11/15/07 72 FR 64179

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/17/07 .......................

FNPRM............................... 03/02/11 76 FR 11632

R&O and FNPRM....................... 12/08/11 76 FR 76623

Next Action Undetermined............ .......................

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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

534. 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, 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.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 11/05/97 62 FR 59842

NPRM Comment Period End............. 12/10/97 .......................

Order............................... 06/21/01 66 FR 33202

Order and FNPRM..................... 05/26/06 71 FR 29882

Order and FNPRM Comment Period End.. 08/22/06 .......................

Report and Order.................... 05/15/09 74 FR 23955

R&O................................. 05/25/10 75 FR 30301

R&O................................. 05/27/11 76 FR 30840

Report and Order.................... 05/23/12 77 FR 30410

Next Action Undetermined............ .......................

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes.

Agency Contact: Ted Burmeister, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, Phone: 202 418-7389, Email: theodore.burmeister@fcc.gov.

RIN: 3060-AJ06

535. 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

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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:

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NPRM................................ 10/15/08 73 FR 60997

NPRM Comment Period End............. 11/14/08 .......................

Reply Comment Period End............ 12/15/08 .......................

NPRM................................ 02/28/11 76 FR 12308

NPRM Comment Period End............. 03/30/11 .......................

Reply Comment Period End............ 04/14/11 .......................

R&O................................. 08/13/13 78 FR 49126

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

536. 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 05/16/07 72 FR 27519

Order............................... 07/02/08 73 FR 37861

Order............................... 10/15/08 73 FR 60997

NPRM................................ 02/08/11 76 FR 10827

Order............................... 06/27/13 78 FR 49126

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

537. 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)-

(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 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.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 11/30/09 74 FR 62638

NPRM Comment Period End............. 04/26/10 .......................

Public Notice....................... 09/10/10 75 FR 55297

Comment Period End.................. 11/04/10 .......................

Order............................... 09/23/11 76 FR 59192

OMB Approval Notice................. 09/21/11 76 FR 58512

Rules Effective..................... 11/20/11 .......................

Public Notice Petition for Recon.... 11/14/11 76 FR 74721

Comment Period End.................. 12/27/11 .......................

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

538. 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

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the NANC's recommendations for porting process provisioning flows and for counting a business day in the context of number porting.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 02/21/08 73 FR 9507

R&O and FNPRM....................... 07/02/09 74 FR 31630

R&O................................. 06/22/10 75 FR 35305

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

539. 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 filiers 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 filiers should file their initial Base Document and/or Informational Tariff using the ETFS between November 17, 2011 and January 17, 2012. After January 17, 2012, all carriers would be required to use ETFS on a going-forward basis to file their tariff documents.

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 08/11/10 75 FR 48629

NPRM Comment Period End............. 09/10/10 .......................

NPRM Reply Comment Period End....... 09/27/10 .......................

Report and Order.................... 07/20/11 76 FR 43206

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

540. 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(i0; 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 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:

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Action Date FR Cite

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NPRM................................ 02/06/08 73 FR 6879

FNPRM............................... 07/15/10 75 FR 41338

Declaratory Ruling.................. 08/03/10 75 FR 45494

R&O................................. 05/09/11 76 FR 26620

Next Action Undetermined............

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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

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