Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions-Spring 2014

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

47 CFR Ch. I

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions—Spring 2014

AGENCY:

Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION:

Semiannual regulatory agenda.

SUMMARY:

Twice a year, in spring and fall, the Commission publishes in the

Federal Register

a list in the Unified Agenda of those major items and other significant proceedings under development or review that pertain to the Regulatory Flexibility Act (See 5 U.S.C. 602). The Unified Agenda also provides the Code of Federal Regulations citations and legal authorities that govern these proceedings.

ADDRESS:

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.

Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

289

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

3060-AG58

290

Rules and Regulations Implementing the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) of 1991 (CG Docket No. 02-278)

3060-AI14

291

Rules and Regulations Implementing Section 225 of the Communications Act (Telecommunications Relay Service) (CG Docket No. 03-123)

3060-AI15

292

Consumer Information and Disclosure and Truth in Billing and Billing Format

3060-AI61

293

Closed-Captioning of Video Programming

(Section 610 Review)

3060-AI72

294

Accessibility of Programming Providing Emergency Information

3060-AI75

295

Empowering Consumers to Avoid Bill Shock (Docket No. 10-207)

3060-AJ51

296

Contributions to the Telecommunications Relay Services Fund (CG Docket No. 11-47)

3060-AJ63

297

Empowering Consumers to Prevent and Detect Billing for Unauthorized Charges (“Cramming”)

3060-AJ72

298

Implementation of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012/Establishment of a Public Safety Answering Point Do-Not-Call Registry

3060-AJ84

299

Implementation of Sections 716 and 717 of the Communications Act of 1934, as Enacted by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CG Docket No. 10-213)

3060-AK00

300

Misuse of Internet Protocol (IP) Captioned Telephone Service; Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services

3060-AK01

Office of Engineering and Technology—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

301

New Advanced Wireless Services (ET Docket No. 00-258)

3060-AH65

302

Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields

3060-AI17

303

Unlicensed Operation in the TV Broadcast Bands (ET Docket No. 04-186)

3060-AI52

304

Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service (ET Docket No. 10-142)

3060-AJ46

305

Innovation in the Broadcast Television Bands (ET Docket No. 10-235)

3060-AJ57

306

Radio Experimentation and Market Trials Under Part 5 of the Commission's Rules and Streamlining Other Related Rules (ET Docket No. 10-236)

3060-AJ62

307

Operation of Radar Systems in the 76-77 GHz Band (ET Docket No. 11-90)

3060-AJ68

308

WRC-07 Implementation (ET Docket No. 12-338)

3060-AJ93

309

Federal Earth Stations—Non-Federal Fixed Satellite Service Space Stations; Spectrum for Non-Federal Space Launch Operations; ET Docket No. 13-115

3060-AK09

310

Authorization of Radiofrequency Equipment; ET Docket No. 13-44

3060-AK10

International Bureau—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

311

Space Station Licensing Reform (IB Docket No. 02-34)

3060-AH98

312

Reporting Requirements for U.S. Providers of International Telecommunications Services (IB Docket No. 04-112)

3060-AI42

313

Review of Foreign Ownership Policies for Common Carrier and Aeronautical Radio Licensees Under Section 310(b)(4) of the Communications Act of 1934, as Amended (IB Docket No. 11-133)

3060-AJ70

314

International Settlements Policy Reform (IB Docket No. 11-80)

3060-AJ77

315

Revisions to Parts 2 and 25 of the Commission's Rules to Govern the Use of Earth Stations Aboard Aircraft (IB Docket No. 12-376)

3060-AJ96

316

Reform of Rules and Policies on Foreign Carrier Entry Into the U.S. Telecommunications Market (IB Docket 12-299)

3060-AJ97

317

Comprehensive Review of Licensing and Operating Rules for Satellite Services (IB Docket No. 12-267)

3060-AJ98

318

Expanding Broadband and Innovation through Air-Ground Mobile Broadband Secondary Service for Passengers Aboard Aircraft in the 14.0-14.5 GHz Band; GN Docket No. 13-114

3060-AK02

319

Terrestrial Use of the 2473-2495 MHz Band for Low-Power Mobile Broadband Networks; Amendments to Rules of Mobile Satellite Service System; IB Docket No. 13-213

3060-AK16

International Bureau—Completed Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

320

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

3060-AF93

321

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)

3060-AI90

Media Bureau—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

322

Competitive Availability of Navigation Devices (CS Docket No. 97-80)

3060-AG28

323

Broadcast Ownership Rules

3060-AH97

324

Establishment of Rules for Digital Low-Power Television, Television Translator, and Television Booster Stations (MB Docket No. 03-185)

3060-AI38

325

Joint Sales Agreements in Local Television Markets (MB Docket No. 04-256)

3060-AI55

326

Program Access Rules—Sunset of Exclusive Contracts Prohibition and Examination of Programming Tying Arrangements (MB Docket Nos. 12-68, 07-198)

3060-AI87

327

Broadcast Localism (MB Docket No. 04-233)

3060-AJ04

328

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

3060-AJ07

329

Promoting Diversification of Ownership in the Broadcast Services (MB Docket No. 07-294)

3060-AJ27

330

Amendment of the Commission's Rules Related to Retransmission Consent (MB Docket No. 10-71)

3060-AJ55

331

Video Description: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No.11-43)

3060-AJ56

332

Closed Captioning of Internet Protocol-Delivered Video Programming: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No. 11-154)

3060-AJ67

333

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

3060-AJ79

334

Accessibility of User Interfaces and Video Programming Guides and Menus (MB Docket No. 12-108)

3060-AK11

Media Bureau—Completed Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

335

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

3060-AJ23

Office of Managing Director—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

336

Assessment and Collection of Regulatory Fees

3060-AI79

337

Amendment of Part 1 of the Commission's Rules, Concerning Practice and Procedure, Amendment of CORES Registration System; MD Docket No. 10-234

3060-AJ54

Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

338

Revision of the Rules To Ensure Compatibility With Enhanced 911 Emergency Calling Systems

3060-AG34

339

Enhanced 911 Services for Wireline

3060-AG60

340

In the Matter of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act

3060-AG74

341

Development of Operational, Technical, and Spectrum Requirements for Public Safety Communications Requirements

3060-AG85

342

Implementation of 911 Act (CC Docket No. 92-105, WT Docket No. 00-110)

3060-AH90

343

E911 Requirements for IP-Enabled Service Providers (Dockets Nos. GN 11-117, PS 07-114, WC 05-196, WC 04-36)

3060-AI62

344

Commercial Mobile Alert System

3060-AJ03

345

Wireless E911 Location Accuracy Requirements; PS Docket No. 07-114

3060-AJ52

346

Private Land Radio Services/Miscellaneous Wireless Communications Services

3060-AJ99

Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau—Completed Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

347

Stolen Vehicle Recovery System (SVRS)

3060-AJ01

Wireless Telecommunications Bureau—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

348

Reexamination of Roaming Obligations of Commercial Mobile Radio Service Providers

3060-AH83

349

Review of Part 87 of the Commission's Rules Concerning Aviation (WT Docket No. 01-289)

3060-AI35

350

Implementation of the Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA) and Modernization of the Commission's Competitive Bidding Rules and Procedures (WT Docket No. 05-211)

3060-AI88

351

Facilitating the Provision of Fixed and Mobile Broadband Access, Educational, and Other Advanced Services in the 2150-2162 and 2500-2690 MHz Bands

3060-AJ12

352

Amendment of the Rules Regarding Maritime Automatic Identification Systems (WT Docket No. 04-344)

3060-AJ16

353

Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 2155-2175 MHz Band; WT Docket No. 13-185

3060-AJ19

354

Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 1915 to 1920 MHz, 1995 to 2000 MHz, 2020 to 2025 MHz, and 2175 to 2180 MHz Bands

3060-AJ20

355

Rules Authorizing the Operation of Low Power Auxiliary Stations in the 698-806 MHz Band (WT Docket No. 08-166) Public Interest Spectrum Coalition, Petition for Rulemaking Regarding Low Power Auxiliary

3060-AJ21

356

Amendment of the Commission's Rules To Improve Public Safety Communications in the 800 MHz Band, and To Consolidate the 800 MHz and 900 MHz Business and Industrial/Land Transportation Pool Channels

3060-AJ22

357

Amendment of Part 101 to Accommodate 30 MHz Channels in the 6525-6875 MHz Band and Provide Conditional Authorization on Channels in the 21.8-22.0 and 23.0-23.2 GHz Band (WT Docket No. 04-114)

3060-AJ28

358

In the Matter of Service Rules for the 698 to 746, 747 to 762, and 777 to 792 MHz Bands

3060-AJ35

359

National Environmental Act Compliance for Proposed Tower Registrations; In the Matter of Effects on Migratory Birds

3060-AJ36

360

Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules

3060-AJ37

361

Amendment of Part 101 of the Commission's Rules for Microwave Use and Broadcast Auxiliary Service Flexibility

3060-AJ47

362

2004 and 2006 Biennial Regulatory Reviews—Streamlining and Other Revisions of the Commission's Rules Governing Construction, Marking, and Lighting of Antenna Structures

3060-AJ50

363

Universal Service Reform Mobility Fund (WT Docket No. 10-208)

3060-AJ58

364

Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service Bands at 1525-1559 MHz and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz, 1610-1626.5 MHz and 2483.5-2500 MHz, and 2000-2020 MHz and 2180-2200 MHz

3060-AJ59

365

Improving Spectrum Efficiency Through Flexible Channel Spacing and Bandwidth Utilization for Economic Area-Based 800 MHz Specialized Mobile Radio Licensees (WT Docket Nos. 12-64 and 11-110)

3060-AJ71

366

Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services in the 2000-2020 MHz and 2180-2200 MHz Bands

3060-AJ73

367

Promoting Interoperability in the 700 MHz Commercial Spectrum; Interoperability of Mobile User Equipment Across Paired Commercial Spectrum Blocks in the 700 MHz Band

3060-AJ78

368

Service Rules for Advanced Wireless Services of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 Related to the 1915-1920 MHz and 1995-2000 MHz Bands (WT Docket No. 12-357)

3060-AJ86

369

Amendment of Parts 1, 2, 22, 24, 27, 90 and 95 of the Commission's Rules to Improve Wireless Coverage Through the Use of Signal Boosters (WT Docket No. 10-4)

3060-AJ87

370

Amendment of the Commission's Rules Governing Certain Aviation Ground Station Equipment (Squitter) (WT Docket Nos. 10-61 and 09-42)

3060-AJ88

371

Amendment of the Commission's Rules Concerning Commercial Radio Operators (WT Docket No. 10-177)

3060-AJ91

372

Radiolocation Operations in the 78-81 GHz Band; WT Docket No. 11-202

3060-AK04

373

Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules to Permit Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) Technology; WT Docket No. 11-6

3060-AK05

374

Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Wireless Device Use in Correctional Facilities

3060-AK06

Wireline Competition Bureau—Long-Term Actions

Sequence No.

Title

Regulation

Identifier No.

375

Implementation of the Universal Service Portions of the 1996 Telecommunications Act

3060-AF85

376

2000 Biennial Regulatory Review—Telecommunications Service Quality Reporting Requirements

3060-AH72

377

Access Charge Reform and Universal Service Reform

3060-AH74

378

National Exchange Carrier Association Petition

3060-AI47

379

IP-Enabled Services; WC Docket No. 04-36

3060-AI48

380

Establishing Just and Reasonable Rates for Local Exchange Carriers (WC Docket No. 07-135)

3060-AJ02

381

Jurisdictional Separations

3060-AJ06

382

Service Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Infrastructure and Operating Data Gathering (WC Docket Nos. 08-190, 07-139, 07-204, 07-273, 07-21)

3060-AJ14

383

Form 477; Development of Nationwide Broadband Data To Evaluate Reasonable and Timely Deployment of Advanced Services to All Americans

3060-AJ15

384

Preserving the Open Internet; Broadband Industry Practices

3060-AJ30

385

Local Number Portability Porting Interval and Validation Requirements (WC Docket No. 07-244)

3060-AJ32

386

Electronic Tariff Filing System (WC Docket No. 10-141)

3060-AJ41

387

Implementation of Section 224 of the Act; A National Broadband Plan for Our Future (WC Docket No. 07-245, GN Docket No. 09-51)

3060-AJ64

388

Rural Call Completion; WC Docket No. 13-39

3060-AJ89

389

Rates for Inmate Calling Services; WC Docket No. 12-375

3060-AK08

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau

Long-Term Actions

289. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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 30226

FNPRM

12/20/13

78 FR 77074

FNPRM Comment Period End

02/18/14

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Cheryl J. King, Deputy Chief, Disability Rights Office,

Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2284,

TDD Phone:

202 418-0416,

Fax:

202 418-0037,

Email:

cheryl.king@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AG58

290. 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 creditor in connection with an existing debt are permissible as calls made with the “prior express consent” of the called party.

Following a December 4, 2007 NPRM, on June 17, 2008, the Commission released a Report and Order amending its rules to require sellers and/or telemarketers to honor registrations with the National Do-Not-Call Registry indefinitely, unless the registration is cancelled by the consumer or the number is removed by the database administrator.

Following a January 22, 2010, NPRM, the Commission released a Report and Order (on February 15, 2012) requiring telemarketers to obtain prior express written consent, including by electronic means, before making an autodialed or prerecorded telemarketing call to a wireless number or before making a prerecorded telemarketing call to a residential line; eliminating the “established business relationship” exemption to the consent requirement for prerecorded telemarketing calls to residential lines; requiring telemarketers to provide an automated, interactive “opt-out” mechanism during autodialed or prerecorded telemarketing calls to wireless numbers and during prerecorded telemarketing calls to residential lines; and requiring that the abandoned call rate for telemarketing calls be calculated on a “per-campaign” basis.

On November 29, 2012, the Commission released a Declaratory Ruling clarifying that sending a one-time text message confirming a consumer's request that no further text messages be sent does not violate the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) or the Commission's rules as long as the confirmation text only confirms receipt of the consumer's opt-out request, and does not contain marketing, solicitations, or an attempt to convince the consumer to reconsider his or her opt-out decision. The ruling applies only when the sender of the text messages has obtained prior express consent, as required by the TCPA and Commission rules, from the consumer to be sent text messages using an automatic telephone dialing system.

On May 9, 2013, the Commission released a declaratory ruling clarifying that while a seller does not generally “initiate” calls made through a third-party telemarketer, within the meaning of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), it nonetheless may be held vicariously liable under Federal common law principles of agency for violations of either section 227(b) or section 227(c) that are committed by third-party telemarketers.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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 Filed)

10/03/12

77 FR 60343

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

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

291. Rules and Regulations Implementing Section 225 of the Communications Act (Telecommunications Relay Service) (CG Docket No. 03-123)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 225

Abstract:

This proceeding established a new docket flowing from the previous telecommunications relay service (TRS) history, CC Docket No. 98-67. This proceeding continues the Commission's inquiry into improving the quality of TRS and furthering the goal of functional equivalency, consistent with Congress' mandate that TRS regulations encourage the use of existing technology and not discourage or impair the development of new technology. In this docket, the Commission explores ways to improve emergency preparedness for TRS facilities and services, new TRS technologies, public access to information and outreach, and issues related to payments from the Interstate TRS Fund.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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 Petition

06/21/06

71 FR 35553

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

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 Date)

07/09/10

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 Effective Date

11/22/11

76 FR 72124

Proposed Rule (Public Notice)

02/28/12

77 FR 11997

Proposed Rule (FNPRM)

02/01/12

77 FR 4948

First R&O

07/25/12

77 FR 43538

Public Notice

10/29/12

77 FR 65526

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

R&O

08/30/13

78 FR 53684

FNPRM

09/03/13

78 FR 54201

NPRM

10/23/13

78 FR 63152

FNPRM Comment Period End

11/18/13

Petiton for Recon; Request for Comment

12/16/13

78 FR 76096

Petition for Recon Request for Comment

12/16/13

78 FR 76097

Request for Clarification; Request for Comment; Correction

12/30/13

78 FR 79362

Petition for Recon Comment Period End

01/10/14

NPRM Comment Period End

01/21/14

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Karen Peltz Strauss, Deputy Chief, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2388,

Email:

karen.strauss@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AI15

292. Consumer Information and Disclosure and Truth in Billing and Billing Format

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 258

Abstract:

In 1999, the Commission adopted truth-in-billing rules to address concerns that there is consumer confusion relating to billing for telecommunications services. On March 18, 2005, the Commission released an Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) to further facilitate the ability of telephone consumers to make informed choices among competitive service offerings.

On August 28, 2009, the Commission released a Notice of Inquiry that asks questions about information available to consumers at all stages of the purchasing process for all communications services, including: (1) choosing a provider; (2) choosing a service plan; (3) managing use of the service plan; and (4) deciding whether and when to switch an existing provider or plan.

On October 14, 2010, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing rules that would require mobile service providers to provide usage alerts and information that will assist consumers in avoiding unexpected charges on their bills.

On July 12, 2011, the Commission released an NPRM proposing rules that would assist consumers in detecting and preventing the placement of unauthorized charges on their telephone bills, an unlawful and fraudulent practice, commonly referred to as “cramming.”

On April 27, 2012, the Commission adopted rules to address “cramming” on wireline telephone bills and released an FNPRM seeking comment on additional measures to protect wireline and wireless consumers from unauthorized charges.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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 Extended)

11/30/11

76 FR 74017

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

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

293. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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 Date

02/19/10

75 FR 7370

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

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

294. Accessibility of Programming Providing Emergency Information

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 613

Abstract:

In this proceeding, the Commission adopted rules detailing how video programming distributors must make emergency information accessible to persons with hearing and visual disabilities.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

FNPRM

12/20/13

78 FR 77074

FNPRM Comment Period End

02/18/14

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Eliot Greenwald, Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2235,

Email:

eliot.greenwald@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AI75

295. Empowering Consumers To Avoid Bill Shock (Docket No. 10-207)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 332

Abstract:

On October 14, 2010, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking which proposes a rule that would require mobile service providers to provide usage alerts and information that will assist consumers in avoiding unexpected charges on their bills.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

Public Notice

05/20/10

75 FR 28249

NPRM

11/26/10

75 FR 72773

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Richard D. Smith, Special Counsel, Consumer Policy Divison, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

717 338-2797,

Fax:

717 338-2574,

Email:

richard.smith@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ51

296. Contributions to the Telecommunications Relay Services Fund (CG Docket No. 11-47)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 616

Abstract:

The Commission prescribes by regulation the obligations of each provider of interconnected and non-interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service to participate in and contribute to the Interstate Telecommunications Relay Services Fund in a manner that is consistent with and comparable to such fund.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

297. Empowering Consumers To Prevent and Detect Billing for Unauthorized Charges (“Cramming”)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 332

Abstract:

On July 12, 2011, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposing rules that would assist consumers in detecting and preventing the placement of unauthorized charges on telephone bills, an unlawful and fraudulent practice commonly referred to as “cramming.”

On April 27, 2012, the Commission adopted rules to address “cramming” on wireline telephone bills and released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on additional measures to protect wireline and wireless consumers from unauthorized charges.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

298. Implementation of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012/Establishment of a Public Safety Answering Point Do-Not-Call Registry

Legal Authority:

Pub. L. 112-96 sec 6507

Abstract:

The Commission issued, on May 22, 2012, an NPRM to initiate a proceeding to create a Do-Not-Call registry for public safety answer points (PSAPs), as required by section 6507 of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012. The statute requires the Commission to establish a registry that allows PSAPs to register their telephone numbers on a do-not-call list; prohibit the use of automatic dialing equipment to contact registered numbers; and implement a range of monetary penalties for disclosure of registered numbers and for use of automatic dialing equipment to contact such numbers. On October 17, 2012, the Commission adopted final rules implementing the statutory requirements described above.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Richard D. Smith, Special Counsel, Consumer Policy Divison, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

717 338-2797,

Fax:

717 338-2574,

Email:

richard.smith@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ84

299. Implementation of Sections 716 and 717 of the Communications Act of 1934, as Enacted by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CG Docket No. 10-213)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 255; 47 U.S.C. 617; 47 U.S.C. 618; 47 U.S.C. 619

Abstract:

These proceedings implement sections 716, 717, and 718 of the Communications Act, which were added by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (CVAA), related to the accessibility of advanced communications services and equipment (section 716), recordkeeping and enforcement requirements for entities subject to sections 255, 716, and 718 (section 717); and accessibility of Internet browsers built into mobile phones (section 718).

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

300. Misuse of Internet Protocol (IP) Captioned Telephone Service; Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 225

Abstract:

This FCC initiated this proceeding in its effort to ensure that IP CTS is available for eligible users only. In doing so, the FCC released an Interim Order and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to address certain practices related to the provision and marketing of Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP CTS). IP CTS is a form of relay service designed to allow people with hearing loss to speak directly to another party on a telephone call and to simultaneously listen to the other party and read captions of what that party is saying over an IP-enabled device. To ensure that IP CTS is provided efficiently to persons who need to use this service, this new Order establishes several requirements on a temporary basis from March 7, 2013 to September 3, 2013.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

R&O

08/30/13

78 FR 53684

FNPRM

09/30/13

78FR 54201

FNPRM Comment Period End

11/18/13

Petition for Recon Request for Comment

12/16/13

78 FR 76097

Petiton for Recon Comment Period End

01/10/14

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Greg Hlibok, Chief, Disability Rights Office, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 559-5158,

TDD Phone:

202 418-0413,

Email:

gregory.hlibok@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AK01

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Office of Engineering and Technology

Long-Term Actions

301. 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 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.

In the Further Notice of Proposed Rule Making the Commission proposed to modify its cost sharing requirements for the 2 GHz BAS band because the circumstances surrounding the BAS transition are very different than what was expected when the cost sharing requirements were adopted. The Commission believes that the best course of action is to propose new requirements that will address the ambiguity of applying the literal language of the current requirements to the changed circumstances, as well as balance the responsibilities for and benefits of relocating incumbent BAS

operations among all new entrants in the band based on the Commission's relocation policies set forth in the Emerging Technologies proceeding.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

FNPRM

03/31/08

73 FR 16822

R&O and NPRM

06/23/09

74 FR 29607

FNPRM

06/23/09

74 FR 29607

5th R&O, 11th R&O, 6th R&O, and Declaratory Ruling

11/02/10

75 FR 67227

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Rodney Small, Economist, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2452,

Fax:

202 418-1944,

Email:

rodney.small@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AH65

302. Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 302 and 303; 47 U.S.C. 309(j); 47 U.S.C. 336

Abstract:

In the Report and Order the Commission resolved several issues regarding compliance with the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC's) regulations for conducting environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) as they relate to the guidelines for human exposure to RF electromagnetic fields. More specifically, the Commission clarifies evaluation procedures and references to determine compliance with its limits, including specific absorption rate (SAR) as a primary metric for compliance, consideration of the pinna (outer ear) as an extremity, and measurement of medical implant exposure. The Commission also elaborates on mitigation procedures to ensure compliance with its limits, including labeling and other requirements for occupational exposure classification, clarification of compliance responsibility at multiple transmitter sites, and labeling of fixed consumer transmitters.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

09/08/03

68 FR 52879

NPRM Comment Period End

12/08/03

R&O

06/04/13

78 FR 33634

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Ira Keltz, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0616,

Fax:

202 418-1944,

Email:

ikeltz@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AI17

303. Unlicensed Operation in the TV Broadcast Bands (ET Docket No. 04-186)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303(e) and 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307

Abstract:

The Commission adopted rules to allow unlicensed radio transmitters to operate in the broadcast television spectrum at locations where that spectrum is not being used by licensed services (this unused TV spectrum is often termed “white spaces”). This action will make a significant amount of spectrum available for new and innovative products and services, including broadband data and other services for businesses and consumers. The actions taken are a conservative first step that includes many safeguards to prevent harmful interference to incumbent communications services. Moreover, the Commission will closely oversee the development and introduction of these devices to the market and will take whatever actions may be necessary to avoid, and if necessary, correct any interference that may occur.

The Second Memorandum Opinion and Order finalizes rules to make the unused spectrum in the TV bands available for unlicensed broadband wireless devices. This particular spectrum has excellent propagation characteristics that allow signals to reach farther and penetrate walls and other structures. Access to this spectrum could enable more powerful public Internet connections—super Wi-Fi hot spots—with extended range, fewer dead spots, and improved individual speeds as a result of reduced congestion on existing networks. This type of “opportunistic use” of spectrum has great potential for enabling access to other spectrum bands and improving spectrum efficiency. The Commission's actions here are expected to spur investment and innovation in applications and devices that will be used not only in the TV band, but eventually in other frequency bands as well.

This Order addressed five petitions for reconsideration of the Commission's decisions in the Second Memorandum Opinion and Order (“Second MO&O”) in this proceeding and modified rules in certain respects. In particular, the Commission: (1) Increased the maximum height above average terrain (HAAT) for sites where fixed devices may operate; (2) modified the adjacent channel emission limits to specify fixed rather than relative levels; and (3) slightly increased the maximum permissible power spectral density (PSD) for each category of TV bands device. These changes will result in decreased operating costs for fixed TVBDs and allow them to provide greater coverage, thus increasing the availability of wireless broadband services in rural and underserved areas without increasing the risk of interference to incumbent services. The Commission also revised and amended several of its rules to better effectuate the Commission's earlier decisions in this docket and to remove ambiguities.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

304. Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service (ET Docket No. 10-142)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 301; 47 U.S.C. 303(c) and 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r) and 303(y); 47 U.S.C. 310

Abstract:

The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposed to take a number of actions to further the provision of terrestrial broadband services in the MSS bands. In the 2 GHz MSS band, the Commission proposed to add co-primary Fixed and Mobile allocations to the existing Mobile-Satellite allocation. This would lay the groundwork for providing additional flexibility in use of the 2 GHz spectrum in the future. The Commission also proposed to apply the terrestrial secondary market spectrum leasing rules and procedures to transactions involving terrestrial use of the MSS spectrum in the 2 GHz, Big LEO, and L-bands in order to create greater certainty and regulatory parity with bands licensed for terrestrial broadband service.

The Commission also asked, in a Notice of Inquiry, about approaches for creating opportunities for full use of the 2 GHz band for stand-alone terrestrial uses. The Commission requested comment on ways to promote innovation and investment throughout the MSS bands while also ensuring market-wide mobile satellite capability to serve important needs like disaster recovery and rural access.

In the Report and Order, the Commission amended its rules to make additional spectrum available for new investment in mobile broadband networks while also ensuring that the United States maintains robust mobile satellite service capabilities. First, the Commission adds co-primary Fixed and Mobile allocations to the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) 2 GHz band, consistent with the International Table of Allocations, allowing more flexible use of the band, including for terrestrial broadband services, in the future. Second, to create greater predictability and regulatory parity with the bands licensed for terrestrial mobile broadband service, the Commission extends its existing secondary market spectrum manager spectrum leasing policies, procedures, and rules that currently apply to wireless terrestrial services to terrestrial services provided using the Ancillary Terrestrial Component (ATC) of an MSS system.

Petitions for Reconsideration have been filed in the Commission's rulemaking proceeding concerning Fixed and Mobile Services in the Mobile Satellite Service Bands at 1525-1559 MHz and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz, 1610-1626.5 MHz and 2483.5-2500 MHz, and 2000-2020 MHz and 2180-2200 MHz, and published pursuant to 47 CFR 1.429(e). See 1.4(b)(1) of the Commission's rules.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

08/16/10

75 FR 49871

NPRM Comment Period End

09/15/10

Reply Comment Period End

09/30/10

R&O

05/31/11

76 FR 31252

Petitions for Recon

08/10/11

76 FR 49364

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Nicholas Oros, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0636,

Email:

nicholas.oros@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ46

305. Innovation in the Broadcast Television Bands (ET Docket No. 10-235)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303(e); 47 U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(r)

Abstract:

The Commission initiated this proceeding to further its ongoing commitment to addressing America's growing demand for wireless broadband services, to spur ongoing innovation and investment in mobile technology, and to ensure that America keeps pace with the global wireless revolution by making a significant amount of new spectrum available for broadband. The approach proposed is consistent with the goal set forth in the National Broadband Plan (the Plan) to repropose up to 120 megahertz from the broadcast television bands for new wireless broadband uses through, in part, voluntary contributions of spectrum to an incentive auction. Reallocation of this spectrum as proposed will provide the necessary flexibility for meeting the requirements of these new applications.

In the Report and Order, the Commission took preliminary steps toward making a significant portion of the UHF and VHF frequency bands (U/V Bands) currently used by the broadcast television service available for new uses. This action serves to further address the Nation's growing demand for wireless broadband services, promote the ongoing innovation and investment in mobile communications, and ensure that the United States keeps pace with the global wireless revolution. At the same time, the approach helps preserve broadcast television as a healthy, viable medium and would be consistent with the general proposal set forth in the National Broadband Plan to repurpose spectrum from the U/V bands for new wireless broadband uses through, in part, voluntary contributions of spectrum to an incentive auction. This action is consistent with the recent enactment by Congress of new incentive auction authority for the Commission (Spectrum Act). Specifically, this item sets out a framework by which two or more television licensees may share a single six MHz channel in connection with an incentive auction.

However, the Report and Order did not act on the proposals in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to establish fixed and mobile allocations in the U/V bands or to improve TV service on VHF channels. The Report and Order stated that the Commission will undertake a broader rulemaking to implement the Spectrum Act's provisions relating to an incentive auction for U/V band spectrum, and that it believes it will be more efficient to act on new allocations in the context of that rulemaking. In addition, the record created in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking does not establish a clear way forward to significantly increase the utility of the VHF bands for the operation of television services. The Report and Order states that the Commission will revisit this matter in a future proceeding.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

02/01/11

76 FR 5521

NPRM Comment Period End

03/18/11

R&O

05/23/12

77 FR 30423

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Alan Stillwell, Deputy Chief, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2925,

Email:

alan.stillwell@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ57

306. 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.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

307. Operation of Radar Systems in the 76-77 GHZ Band (ET Docket No. 11-90)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303(f)

Abstract:

The Commission proposes to amend its rules to enable enhanced vehicular radar technologies in the 76-77 GHz band to improve collision avoidance and driver safety. Vehicular radars can determine the exact distance and relative speed of objects in front of, beside, or behind a car to improve the driver's ability to perceive objects under bad visibility conditions or objects that are in blind spots. These modifications to the rules will provide more efficient use of spectrum, and enable the automotive and fixed radar application industries to develop enhanced safety measures for drivers and the general public. The Commission takes this action in response to petitions for rulemaking filed by Toyota Motor Corporation (“TMC”) and Era Systems Corporation (“Era”).

This Report and Order amends the Commission's rules to provide a more efficient use of the 76-77 GHz band, and to enable the automotive and aviation industries to develop enhanced safety measures for drivers and the general public. Specifically, the Commission eliminated the in-motion and not-in-motion distinction for vehicular radars, and instead adopted new uniform emission limits for forward, side, and rear-looking vehicular radars. This will facilitate enhanced vehicular radar technologies to improve collision avoidance and driver safety. The Commission also amended its rules to allow the operation of fixed radars at airport locations in the 76-77 GHz band for purposes of detecting foreign object debris on runways and monitoring aircraft and service vehicles on taxiways and other airport vehicle service areas that have no public vehicle access. The Commission took this action in response to petitions for rulemaking filed by Toyota Motor Corporation (“TMC”) and Era Systems Corporation (“Era”). Petitions for Reconsideration were filed by Navtech Radar, Ltd. and Honeywell International Inc.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

06/16/11

76 FR 35176

R&O

08/13/12

77 FR 48097

Petition for Recon

11/11/12

77 FR 68722

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Aamer Zain, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2437,

Email:

aamer.zain@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ68

308. WRC-07 Implementation (ET Docket No. 12-338)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303

Abstract:

In the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Commission proposed to amend parts 1, 2, 74, 78, 87, 90, and 97 of its rules to implement allocation decisions from the World Radiocommunication Conference (Geneva, 2007) (WRC 07) concerning portions of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum between 108 MHz and 20.2 GHz and to make certain updates to its rules in this frequency range. The NPRM follows the Commission's July 2010 WRC-07 Table Clean-up Order, 75 FR 62924, October 13, 2010, which made certain nonsubstantive, editorial revisions to the Table of Frequency Allocations (Allocation Table) and to other related rules. The Commission also addressed the recommendations for implementation of the WRC-07 Final Acts that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) submitted to the Commission in August 2009. As part of its comprehensive review of the Allocation Table, the Commission also proposed to make allocation changes that are not related to the WRC-07 Final Acts and update certain service rules, and requested comment on other allocation issues that concern portions of the RF spectrum between 137.5 kHz and 54.25 GHz.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

12/27/12

77 FR 76250

NPRM Comment Period End

02/25/13

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Tom Mooring, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2450,

Fax:

202 418-1944,

Email:

tom.mooring@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ93

309. Federal Earth Stations—Non-Federal Fixed Satellite Service Space Stations; Spectrum for Non-Federal Space Launch Operations; ET Docket No. 13-115

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 336

Abstract:

The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes to make spectrum allocation proposals for three different space related purposes. The Commission makes two alternative proposals to modify the Allocation Table to provide interference protection for Fixed-Satellite Service (FSS) and Mobile-Satellite Service (MSS) earth stations operated by Federal agencies under authorizations granted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) in certain frequency bands. The Commission also proposes to amend a footnote to the Allocation Table to permit a Federal MSS system to operate in the 399.9-400.05 MHz band; it also makes alternative proposals to modify the Allocation Table to provide access to spectrum on an interference protected basis to Commission licensees for use during the launch of launch vehicles (i.e. rockets). The Commission also seeks comment broadly on the future spectrum needs of the commercial space sector. The Commission expects that, if adopted, these proposals would advance the commercial space industry and the important role it will play in our nation's economy and technological innovation now and in the future.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

07/01/13

78 FR 39200

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Nicholas Oros, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0636,

Email:

nicholas.oros@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AK09

310. Authorization of Radiofrequency Equipment; ET Docket No. 13-44

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303(f); 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307(e); 47 U.S.C. 332

Abstract:

The Commission is responsible for an equipment authorization program for radiofrequency (RF) devices under part 2 of its rules. This program is one of the primary means that the Commission uses to ensure that the multitude of RF devices used in the United States operate effectively without causing harmful interference and otherwise comply with the Commission rules. All RF devices subject to equipment authorization must comply with the Commission's technical requirement before they can be imported or marketed. The Commission or a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB) must approve some of these devices before they can be imported or marketed, while others do not require such approval. The Commission last comprehensively reviewed its equipment authorization program more than 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

05/03/13

78 FR 25916

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Hugh Van Tuyl, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-7506,

Fax:

202 418-1944,

Email:

hugh.vantuyl@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AK10

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

International Bureau

Long-Term Actions

311. 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 First Report and Order, the Commission adopted an FNPRM to determine whether to revise the bond amounts on a long-term basis.

In the Second Report and Order, the Commission adopted a streamlined procedure for certain kinds of satellite license modification requests.

In the Third Report and Order, the Commission adopted a standardized application form for satellite licenses, and adopted a mandatory electronic filing requirement for certain satellite applications.

In the Fourth Report and Order, the Commission revised the bond amounts based on the record developed in response to FNPRM. The bond amounts are now $3 million for each GSO satellite, and $5 million for each NGSO satellite system.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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 (Release Date)

07/06/04

69 FR 51586

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Andrea Kelly, Associate Chief, Satellite Division, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-7877,

Fax:

202 418-0748,

Email:

andrea.kelly@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AH98

312. Reporting Requirements for U.S. Providers of International Telecommunications Services (IB Docket No. 04-112)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 161; 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205; . . .

Abstract:

The FCC is reviewing the reporting requirements to which entities providing U.S.-international service are subject under 47 CFR Part 43. The FCC adopted a First Report and Order that eliminated certain of those requirements. Specifically, it eliminated the quarterly reporting requirements for large carriers and foreign-affiliated switch resale carriers, 47 CFR 43.61(b) and (c); the circuit addition report, 47 CFR 63.23(e); the division of telegraph tolls report, 47 CFR 43.53; and the requirement to report separately for U.S. offshore points, 43.61(a), 48.82(a). The FCC adopted Second Report and Order that made additional reforms to streamline further and modernize the reporting requirements, including requiring that entities providing international calling service via Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) connected to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) to submit data regarding their provision of international telephone service. The Voice on the Net Coalition (VON Coalition) filed a petition requesting that they reconsider requiring VoIP providers from reporting their international traffic and revenues.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

313. Review of Foreign Ownership Policies for Common Carrier and Aeronautical Radio Licensees Under Section 310(B)(4) of the Communications Act of 1934, as Amended (IB Docket No. 11-133)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 211; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 310; 47 U.S.C. 403

Abstract:

FCC seeks comment on changes and other options to revise and simplify its policies and procedures implementing section 310(b)(4) for common carrier and aeronautical radio station licensees while continuing to ensure that we have the information we need to carry out our statutory duties. (The NPRM does not address our policies with respect to the application of section 310(b)(4) to broadcast licensees.) The proposals are designed to reduce to the extent possible the regulatory costs and burdens imposed on wireless common carrier and aeronautical applicants, licensees, and spectrum lessees; provide greater transparency and more predictability with respect to the Commission's filing requirements and review process; and facilitate investment from new sources of capital, while continuing to protect important interests related to national security, law enforcement, foreign policy, and trade policy. The streamlining proposals in the NPRM may reduce costs and burdens currently imposed on licensees, including those licensees that are small entities, and accelerate the foreign ownership review process, while continuing to ensure that the Commission has the information it needs to carry out its statutory duties.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

314. International Settlements Policy Reform (IB Docket No. 11-80)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205; 47 U.S.C. 208; 47 U.S.C. 211; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 403

Abstract:

FCC is reviewing the International Settlements Policy (ISP), which governs how U.S. carriers negotiate with foreign carriers for the exchange of international traffic and is the structure by which the Commission has sought to respond to concerns that foreign carriers with market power are able to take advantage of the presence of multiple U.S. carriers serving a particular market. In the NPRM, the FCC proposes to further deregulate the international telephony market and enable U.S. consumers to enjoy competitive prices when they make calls to international destinations. First, it proposes to remove the ISP from all international routes, except Cuba. Second, the FCC seeks comment on a proposal to enable the Commission to better protect U.S. consumers from the effects of anticompetitive conduct by foreign carriers in instances necessitating Commission intervention. Specifically, it seeks comments on proposals and issues regarding the application of the Commission's benchmarks policy.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

05/13/11

76 FR 42625

NPRM Comment Period End

09/02/11

Report and Order

02/15/13

78 FR 11109

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

James Ball, Chief, Policy Division, International Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0427,

Email:

james.ball@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ77

315. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

316. Reform of Rules and Policies on Foreign Carrier Entry Into the U.S. Telecommunications Market (IB Docket 12-299)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) to (j); 47 U.S.C. 201 to 205

Abstract:

FCC is considering proposed changes in the criteria under which it considers certain applications from foreign carriers or affiliates of foreign carriers for entry into the U.S. market for international telecommunications services. It proposes to eliminate, or in the alternative, simplify the effective competitive opportunities test (ECO Text) adopted in 1995 for Commission review of foreign carrier applications.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

317. Comprehensive Review of Licensing and Operating Rules for Satellite Services (IB Docket No. 12-267)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157(a); 47 U.S.C. 161; 47 U.S.C. 303(c); 47 U.S.C. 303(g); 47 U.S.C. 303(r)

Abstract:

The Commission adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) as part of its ongoing efforts to update and streamline regulatory requirements. The NPRM initiated a comprehensive review of part 25 of the Commission's rules, which governs licensing and operation of space stations and Earth stations. The amendments proposed in the NPRM modernize the rules to better reflect evolving technology and reorganize and simplify existing requirements. Furthermore, the changes will remove unnecessary filing requirements for applicants requesting space and Earth station licenses, allowing applicants and licensees to save time, effort, and costs in preparing applications. Other changes are designed to remove unnecessary technical restrictions, enabling applicants to submit fewer waiver requests, which will ease administrative burdens in submitting and processing applications and reduce the amount of time spent on applications by applicants, licensees, and the Commission.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

11/25/12

77 FR 67172

NPRM Comment Period End

12/24/12

Reply Comment Period End

01/22/13

Report and Order

02/12/14

79 FR 8308

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Andrea Kelly, Associate Chief, Satellite Division, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202

418-7877,

Fax:

202 418-0748,

Email:

andrea.kelly@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ98

318. • Expanding Broadband and Innovation Through Air-Ground Mobile Broadband Secondary Service for Passengers Aboard Aircraft in the 14.0-14.5 GHZ Band; GN Docket No. 13-114

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 302; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 324

Abstract:

In this docket, the Commission establishes a secondary allocation for the Aeronautical Mobile Service in the 14.0-14.5 GHz band and establishes service, technical, and licensing rules for air-ground mobile broadband. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking requests public comment on a secondary allocation and service, technical, and licensing rules for air-ground mobile broadband.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM (release date)

05/09/13

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Sean O'More, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, International Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2453,

Email: sean.omore@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AK02

319. • Terrestrial Use of the 2473-2495 MHZ Band for Low-Power Mobile Broadband Networks; Amendments to Rules of Mobile Satellite Service System; IB Docket No. 13-213

Legal Authority:

Not Yet Determined.

Abstract:

In this docket, the Commission proposes modified rules for the operation of the Ancillary Terrestrial Component of the single Mobile-Satellite Service system operating in the Big GEO S band. The changes would allow Globalstar, Inc. to deploy a low power broadband network using its licensed spectrum at 2483.5-2495 MHz under certain limited technical criteria, and with the same equipment utilize spectrum in the adjacent 2473-2483.5 MHz band, pursuant to technical rules for unlicensed operations in that band.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM (release date)

11/01/13

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Lynne Montgomery, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2229,

Email:

lynne.montgomery@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AK16

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

International Bureau

Completed Actions

320. 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.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

321. 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.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Media Bureau

Long-Term Actions

322. Competitive Availability of Navigation Devices (CS Docket No. 97-80)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 549

Abstract:

The Commission has adopted rules to address the mandate expressed in section 629 of the Communications Act to ensure the commercial availability of “navigation devices,” the equipment used to access video programming and other services from multichannel video programming systems.

Specifically, the Commission required MVPDs to make available by a security element (known as a “cablecard”) separate from the basic navigation device (e.g., cable set-top boxes, digital video recorders, and television receivers with navigation capabilities). The separation of the security element from the host device required by this rule (referred to as the “integration ban”) was designed to enable unaffiliated manufacturers, retailers, and other vendors to commercially market host devices while allowing MVPDs to retain control over their system security. Also, in this proceeding, the Commission adopted unidirectional “plug and play” rules to govern compatibility between MVPDs and navigation devices manufactured by consumer electronics manufacturers not affiliated with cable operators.

In the most recent action, the Commission made rule changes to improve the operation of the CableCard regime.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

323. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Hillary DeNigro, Chief, Industry Analysis Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-7334,

Email: hillary.denigro@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AH97

324. Establishment of Rules for Digital Low-Power Television, Television Translator, and Television Booster Stations (MB Docket No. 03-185)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 336

Abstract:

This proceeding initiates the digital television conversion for low-power television (LPTV) and television translator stations. The rules and policies adopted as a result of this proceeding provide the framework for these stations' conversion from analog to digital broadcasting. The Report and Order adopts definitions and permissible use provisions for digital TV translator and LPTV stations. The Second Report and Order takes steps to resolve the remaining issues in order to complete the low-power television digital transition.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

325. Joint Sales Agreements in Local Television Markets (MB Docket No. 04-256)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151 to 152(a); 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; . . .

Abstract:

A joint sales agreement (JSA) is an agreement with a licensee of a brokered station that authorizes a broker to sell some or all of the advertising time for the brokered station in return for a fee or percentage of revenues paid to the licensee. The Commission has sought comment on whether TV JSAs should be attributed for purposes of determining compliance with the Commission's multiple ownership rules.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

08/26/04

69 FR 52464

NPRM Comment Period End

09/27/04

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Hillary DeNigro, Chief, Industry Analysis Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-7334,

Email:

hillary.denigro@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AI55

326. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

327. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

Report and NPRM

02/13/08

73 FR 8255

NPRM Comment Period End

03/14/08

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Mary Beth Murphy, Chief, Policy Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2132,

Email:

marybeth.murphy@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ04

328. 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 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

6th Order on Recon

11/12/13

78 FR 67310

Next Action Undetermined

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

329. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Hillary DeNigro, Chief, Industry Analysis Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-7334,

Email:

hillary.denigro@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ27

330. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

03/28/11

76 FR 17071

NPRM Comment Period End

05/27/11

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Diana Sokolow, Attorney, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Media Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2120,

Email:

diana.sokolow@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ55

331. Video Description: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No. 11-43)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303

Abstract:

The Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (“CVAA”) requires reinstatement of the video description rules adopted by the Commission in 2000. “Video description,” which is the insertion of narrated descriptions of a television program's key visual elements into natural pauses in the program's dialogue, makes video programming more accessible to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. This proceeding was initiated to enable compliance with the CVAA.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

332. Closed Captioning of Internet Protocol-Delivered Video Programming: Implementation of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 (MB Docket No. 11-154)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 330(b); 47 U.S.C. 613; 47 U.S.C. 617

Abstract:

Pursuant to the Commission's responsibilities under the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010, this proceeding was initiated to adopt rules to govern the closed captioning requirements for the owners, providers, and distributors of video programming delivered using Internet protocol.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

333. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

06/22/12

77 FR 37638

NPRM Comment Period End

07/23/12

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Mary Beth Murphy, Chief, Policy Division, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2132,

Email:

marybeth.murphy@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ79

334. Accessibility of User Interfaces and Video Programming Guides and Menus (MB Docket No. 12-108)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 303(aa); 47 U.S.C. 303(bb)

Abstract:

This proceeding was initiated to implement sections 204 and 205 of the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act. These sections generally require that user interfaces on digital apparatus and navigation devices used to view video programming be accessible to and usable by individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

06/18/13

78 FR 36478

NPRM Comment Period End

07/15/13

R&O

12/20/13

78 FR 77210

FNPRM

12/20/13

78 FR 77074

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Adam Copeland, Attorney, Policy Division Media Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2120,

Email:

adam.copeland@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AK11

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Media Bureau

Completed Actions

335. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Office of Managing Director

Long-Term Actions

336. Assessment and Collection of Regulatory Fees

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 159

Abstract:

Section 9 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. 159, requires the FCC to recover the cost of its activities by assessing and collecting annual regulatory fees from beneficiaries of the activities.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

337. Amendment of Part 1 of the Commission's Rules, Concerning Practice and Procedure, Amendment of Cores Registration System; MD Docket No. 10-234

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 158(c)(2); 47 U.S.C. 159(c)(2); 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 5 U.S.C. 5514; 31 U.S.C. 7701(c)(1)

Abstract:

This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes revisions intended to make the Commission's Registration System (CORES) more feature-friendly and improve the Commission's ability to comply with various statutes that govern debt collection and the collection of personal information by the Federal Government. The proposed modifications to CORES partly include: Requiring entities and individuals to rely primarily upon a single FRN that may, at their discretion, be linked to subsidiary or associated accounts; allowing entities to identify multiple points of contact; eliminating some of our exceptions to the requirement that entities and individuals provide their Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) at the time of registration; requiring FRN holders to provide their email addresses; modifying CORES log-in procedures; adding attention flags and automated notices that would inform FRN holders of their financial standing before the Commission; and adding data fields to enable FRN holders to indicate their tax-exempt status and notify the Commission of pending bankruptcy proceedings.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

02/01/11

76 FR 5652

NPRM Comment Period End

03/03/11

Public Notice

02/15/11

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Warren Firschein, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0844,

Email:

warren.firschein@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ54

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau

Long-Term Actions

338. Revision of the Rules To Ensure Compatibility With Enhanced 911 Emergency Calling Systems

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 134(i); 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 208; 47 U.S.C. 215; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 309

Abstract:

In a series of orders in several related proceedings issued since 1996, the Federal Communications Commission has taken action to improve the quality and reliability of 911 emergency services for wireless phone users. Rules have been adopted governing the availability of basic 911 services and the implementation of enhanced 911 (E911) for wireless services.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

3rd FNPRM (release date)

02/21/14

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0952,

Email:

tom.beers@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AG34

339. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

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

340. In the Matter of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 229; 47 U.S.C. 1001 to 1008

Abstract:

All of the decisions in this proceeding thus far are aimed at implementation of provisions of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

341. Development of Operational, Technical, and Spectrum Requirements for Public Safety Communications Requirements

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201 and 202; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 337(a); 47 U.S.C. 403

Abstract:

This item takes steps toward developing a flexible regulatory framework to meet vital current and future public safety communications needs.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

7th R&O & NPRM

04/19/13

78 FR 23529

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Brian Marenco, Electronics Engineer, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0838,

Email: brian.marenco@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AG85

342. Implementation of 911 Act (CC Docket No. 92-105, WT Docket No. 00-110)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 202; 47 U.S.C. 208; 47 U.S.C. 210; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 251(e); 47 U.S.C. 301; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 308 to 309(j); 47 U.S.C. 310

Abstract:

This proceeding was separate from the Commission's proceeding on Enhanced 911 Emergency Systems (E911) in that it intended to implement provisions of the Wireless Communications and Public Safety Act of 1999 through the promotion of public safety by the deployment of a seamless, nationwide emergency communications infrastructure that includes wireless communications services. More specifically, the chief goal of the proceeding is to ensure that all emergency calls are routed to the appropriate local emergency authority to provide assistance. The E911 proceeding goes a step further and was aimed at improving the effectiveness and reliability of wireless 911 dispatchers with additional information on wireless 911 calls.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0952,

Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AH90

343. E911 Requirements for IP-Enabled Service Providers (Dockets Nos. GN 11-117, PS 07-114, WC 05-196, WC 04-36)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 251(e); 47 U.S.C. 303(r)

Abstract:

The notice seeks comment on what additional steps the Commission should take to ensure that providers of Voice over Internet Protocol services that interconnect with the public switched telephone network to provide ubiquitous and reliable enhanced 911 service.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

344. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

345. Wireless E911 Location Accuracy Requirements; PS Docket No. 07-114

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 332

Abstract:

This is related to the proceedings in which the FCC has previously acted to improve the quality of all emergency services. Wireless carriers must provide specific automatic location information in connection with 911 emergency calls to Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). Wireless licensees must satisfy Enhanced 911 location accuracy standards at either a county-based or a PSAP-based geographic level.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

06/20/07

72 FR 33948

R&O

02/14/08

73 FR 8617

Public Notice

09/25/08

73 FR 55473

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

3rd FNPRM (release date)

02/21/14

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Tom Beers, Chief, Policy Division, Federal Communications Commission, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0952,

Email: tom.beers@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ52

346. Private Land Radio Services/Miscellaneous Wireless Communications Services

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152; 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 309; Pub. L. 112-96

Abstract:

This action proposes technical rules to protect against harmful radio frequency interference in the spectrum designated for public safety services under the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

04/24/13

78 FR 24138

NPRM Comment Period End

05/24/13

R&O

01/06/14

79 FR 588

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Brian Hurley, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-2220,

Email: brian.hurley@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ99

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau

Completed Actions

347. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

NPRM

08/23/06

71 FR 49401

NPRM Comment Period End

10/10/06

R&O

10/14/08

73 FR 60631

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

Zenji Nakazawa, Deputy 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

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

Wireless Telecommunications Bureau

Long-Term Actions

348. Reexamination of Roaming Obligations of Commercial Mobile Radio Service Providers

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 152(n); 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 201(b); 47 U.S.C. 251(a); 47 U.S.C. 253; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 332(c)(1)(B); 47 U.S.C. 309

Abstract:

This rulemaking considers whether the Commission should adopt an automatic roaming rule for voice services for Commercial Mobile Radio Services and whether the Commission should adopt a roaming rule for mobile data services.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

349. Review of Part 87 of the Commission's Rules Concerning Aviation (WT Docket No. 01-289)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 307(e)

Abstract:

This proceeding is intended to streamline, consolidate, and revise our part 87 rules governing the Aviation Radio Service. The rule changes are designed to ensure these rules reflect current technological advances.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

350. Implementation of the Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA) and Modernization of the Commission's Competitive Bidding Rules and Procedures (WT Docket No. 05-211)

Legal Authority:

15 U.S.C. 79; 47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and (j); 47 U.S.C. 155; 47 U.S.C. 155(c); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 225; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 307; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 309(j); 47 U.S.C. 325(e); 47 U.S.C. 334; 47 U.S.C. 336; 47 U.S.C. 339; 47 U.S.C. 554

Abstract:

This proceeding implements rules and procedures needed to comply with the Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA). It establishes a mechanism for reimbursing Federal agencies' out-of-spectrum auction proceeds for the cost of relocating their operations from certain “eligible frequencies” that have been reallocated from Federal to non-Federal use. It also seeks to improve the Commission's ability to achieve Congress' directives with regard to designated entities and to ensure that, in accordance with the intent of Congress, every recipient of its designated entity benefits is an entity that uses its licenses to directly provide facilities-based telecommunications services for the benefit of the public.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

351. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

John Schauble, Deputy Chief, Broadband Division, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0797,

Email:

john.schauble@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ12

352. Amendment of the Rules Regarding Maritime Automatic Identification Systems (WT Docket No. 04-344)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 154; 47 U.S.C. 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 306; 47 U.S.C. 307(e); 47 U.S.C. 332; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 161

Abstract:

This action adopts additional measures for domestic implementation of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), an advanced marine vessel tracking and navigation technology that can significantly enhance our Nation's homeland security as well as maritime safety.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

353. 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:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

Next Action Undetermined

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

354. 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.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

355. Rules Authorizing the Operation of Low Power Auxiliary Stations in the 698-806 MHz Band (WT Docket No. 08-166) Public Interest Spectrum Coalition, Petition for Rulemaking Regarding Low Power Auxiliary

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i) and 154(j); 47 U.S.C. 301 and 302(a); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 303(r); 47 U.S.C. 304; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 309; 47 U.S.C. 316; 47 U.S.C. 332; 47 U.S.C. 336 and 337

Abstract:

On January 15, 2010, the Commission released a Report and Order that prohibits the distribution and sale of wireless microphones that operate in the 700 MHz Band (698-806 MHz, channels 52-69) and includes a number of provisions to clear these devices from that band. These actions help complete an important part of the DTV transition by clearing the 700 MHz

Band to enable the rollout of communications services for public safety and the deployment of next generation wireless devices.

On January 15, 2010, the Commission also released a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on the operation of low power auxiliary stations, including wireless microphones, in the core TV bands (channels 2-51, excluding channel 37). Among the issues the Commission is considering in the Further Notice are revisions to its rules to expand eligibility for licenses to operate wireless microphones under part 74; the operation of wireless microphones on an unlicensed basis in the core TV bands under part 15; technical rules to apply to low power wireless audio devices, including wireless microphones, operating in the core TV bands on an unlicensed basis under part 15 of the rules; and long-term solutions to address the operation of wireless microphones and the efficient use of the core TV spectrum.

On October 5, 2012, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and the Office of Engineering and Technology released a Public Notice asking that the record be refreshed on two issues in the Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Whether the Commission should provide a limited expansion of license eligibility under part 74 of the rules applicable to low power auxiliary stations, and what steps the Commission should take to promote more efficient use of spectrum by wireless microphones.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

Public Notice

10/05/12

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes.

Agency Contact:

G. William Stafford, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554,

Phone:

202 418-0563,

Fax:

202 418-3956,

Email: bill.stafford@fcc.gov

.

RIN:

3060-AJ21

356. Amendment of the Commission's Rules To Improve Public Safety Communications in the 800 MHz Band, and To Consolidate the 800 MHz and 900 MHz Business and Industrial/Land Transportation Pool Channels

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 303; 47 U.S.C. 309; 47 U.S.C. 332

Abstract:

This action adopts rules that retain the current site-based licensing paradigm for the 900 MHz B/ILT “white space”; adopts interference protection rules applicable to all licensees operating in the 900 MHz B/ILT spectrum; and lifts, on a rolling basis, the freeze placed on applications for new 900 MHz B/ILT licenses in September 2004—the lift being tied to the completion of rebanding in each 800 MHz National Public Safety Planning Advisory Committee (NPSPAC) region.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

357. Amendment of Part 101 To Accommodate 30 MHz Channels in the 6525-6875 MHz Band and Provide Conditional Authorization on Channels in the 21.8-22.0 and 23.0-23.2 GHz Band (WT Docket No. 04-114)

Legal Authority:

47 U.S.C. 151 and 152; 47 U.S.C. 154(i); 47 U.S.C. 157; 47 U.S.C. 160; 47 U.S.C. 201; 47 U.S.C. 214; 47 U.S.C. 301 to 303; 47 U.S.C. 307 to 310; 47 U.S.C. 319; 47 U.S.C. 324; 47 U.S.C. 332 and 333

Abstract:

The Commission seeks comments on modifying its rules to authorize channels with bandwidths of as much as 30 MHz in the 6525-6875 MHz band. We also propose to allow conditional authorization on additional channels in the 21.8-22.0 and 23.0-23.2 GHz bands.

Timetable:

Action

Date

FR Cite

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

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

358. 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

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