FCC Again Seeks Feedback: Streamline Those Pesky Forms
Published Date: 7/22/2025
Notice
Summary
The FCC is asking the public and agencies to help review and improve its paperwork to make sure it’s useful and not too much of a hassle. This affects anyone who has to fill out FCC forms, especially small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Comments are open now to help shape smarter, clearer rules without extra costs or delays.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
You can comment to cut FCC paperwork
You can submit public comments to the FCC about its information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC is asking whether its forms are necessary, useful, and clear and for ideas to reduce burden and delays for people and businesses that must fill out FCC forms.
Small businesses (<25 employees) get special focus
The FCC specifically asks for ways to minimize collection burdens on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. If you run or work for a small business under 25 employees, the FCC is seeking ideas to reduce paperwork or use automated collection to lower your burden.
No penalty without valid OMB control number
The FCC says it cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number, and no person may be penalized for failing to comply with a collection that does not display a valid OMB control number. This protects people and businesses who are asked to fill FCC forms that lack a valid OMB number.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-20590, Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission
The FCC is asking for your thoughts on how it collects info about radiofrequency safety rules. This affects individuals, businesses, and governments who must report or share info sometimes. They want to make the process easier and clearer, especially for small businesses, and need your comments by December 7, 2026.
2026-20681, Information Collection Being Submitted for Review and Approval to Office of Management and Budget
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking the public and other agencies to comment on a paperwork update aimed at making things easier, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. They want your thoughts by November 9, 2026, to help reduce the hassle and keep everything running smoothly. This is part of a government effort to cut down on unnecessary forms and save time and money.
2026-20607, Information Collections Being Submitted for Review and Approval to Office of Management and Budget
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking the public and other agencies to review and comment on their paperwork plans to make things easier, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. They want feedback by November 9, 2026, to help reduce the time and hassle of filling out forms. This is part of a government effort to cut down on unnecessary paperwork and save everyone time and money.
2026-20591, Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority
The FCC is checking in on its paperwork rules for TV stations using Next Gen TV technology to make sure they're not too tricky or time-consuming. Businesses, governments, and nonprofits involved with local TV broadcasts might need to share info, but the FCC wants to keep it simple and clear. If you have thoughts, speak up by December 7, 2026, so the FCC can keep things smooth and fair without extra costs or hassle.
2026-20676, Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority
The FCC is checking in on its paperwork rules for cable companies and local governments to make sure the info they collect is useful and not too much work. They want your thoughts on how to make the process easier, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. If you want to share your ideas, send them in by December 7, 2026—this helps keep things fair and smooth for everyone involved.
2026-20464, Radio Broadcasting Services; Selmer, Tennessee
The FCC is removing a vacant FM radio channel (288A) in Selmer, Tennessee, because it’s too close to another station and breaks spacing rules. This change affects radio broadcasters and helps keep the airwaves clear and fair. The rule takes effect on November 12, 2026, with no costs involved for the public.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-13782, Information Collections Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority
The FCC is checking in with the public and businesses to make sure its paperwork isn’t too tricky or time-consuming. They want to hear if the info they collect is useful, clear, and fair—especially for small businesses. If you’ve got thoughts, now’s the time to share before they finalize the rules and keep things running smoothly!
Next: 2025-13784, Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority
The FCC is asking the public and other agencies to help review and improve its paperwork rules to make things easier and clearer for everyone, especially small businesses. They want to make sure the info they collect is useful and not too much of a hassle. This is a chance to share your thoughts before any changes happen, so keep an eye on deadlines and get involved!