FCC Asks Public How To Create Less Paperwork
Published Date: 12/15/2025
Notice
Summary
The FCC is checking in on some paperwork rules to make sure they’re easy and useful for businesses and nonprofits, especially small ones. They want your thoughts on how to keep these forms clear and not too time-consuming. If you have ideas or concerns, speak up by February 13, 2026, so the FCC can keep things running smoothly without costing too much time or money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
CARS License Application Burden
If you seek a Cable Television Relay Service (CARS) microwave license, you must file FCC Form 327. The notice estimates 20 respondents, 7.5 hours per response, 150 total annual burden hours, and $8,760 total annual cost; filing is required to obtain or retain benefits and renewals occur every five years.
Community Cable Registration Burden
Cable operators must file FCC Form 322 before starting operation of a community unit. The notice estimates 601 respondents, 0.5 hours per response, 301 total annual burden hours, and $36,060 total annual cost; the form replaces a previously required letter and is required to obtain or retain benefits.
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