FCC Asks: How Can We Make Our Paperwork Less Painful?

2026-22833, Television Broadcasting Services Odessa, Texas

Gray Television, the owner of KOSA-TV in Odessa, Texas, wants to switch its broadcast channel from UHF 31 back to VHF 7 because they can’t finish building the new channel on time. This change will let them keep serving viewers without interruption using their current setup. People can share their thoughts by December 9, 2026, so the FCC can decide soon.

2026-22600, Modernizing Spectrum Sharing for Satellite Broadband

The FCC is updating the rules for how geostationary satellites share the airwaves to make sure satellite internet works better and more fairly. These changes affect satellite companies and will take effect on December 7, 2026. No extra paperwork or big costs are expected, just smoother satellite broadband for everyone.

2026-22574, Information Collections Being Submitted for Review and Approval to Office of Management and Budget

The FCC is asking for public feedback on its paperwork rules to make things easier, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. They want to reduce the hassle of filling out forms and are open to ideas until December 7, 2026. If you’re affected, now’s the time to speak up and help shape simpler rules without extra costs or delays.

2026-22573, Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission

The FCC is updating how it collects info to improve 911 services and make them more reliable. This affects businesses, nonprofits, and government groups who must provide certain data, sometimes just once or occasionally. They’re asking for comments by January 4, 2027, aiming to reduce paperwork hassle and keep things clear and useful without costing extra money.

2026-22601, Video Relay Service Improvements; Incarcerated People's Communication Services; Implementation of the Martha Wright-Reed Act; Rates for Interstate Inmate Calling Services; Access to Video Conferencing

The FCC just got the green light to roll out new rules that improve video relay services and communication options for people in prison. These changes make calling and video chatting easier and fairer, with updated info rules kicking in November 5, 2026. This affects inmates, their families, and service providers, aiming for better access without extra costs.

2026-22408, Review of the Commission's Broadcast and Cable Equal Employment Opportunity Rules and Policies; Delete, Delete, Delete

The FCC is wiping out an old rule about equal job opportunities for broadcasters and cable companies because a court said it’s no longer valid. This change affects broadcasters and cable operators and takes effect immediately on November 3, 2026. No new costs or fees are involved—just a cleanup to keep the rules up to date and fair.

Previous: 2025-15225, Sznewajs, John G.; Notice of Filing

John G. Sznewajs asked for permission to hold multiple important roles at once in the energy world. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act before the deadline. This could affect how energy decisions are made, but no money changes are mentioned yet.

Next: 2025-15227, Regulatory Guide: Qualification of Fiber-Optic Cables, Connections, and Optical Fiber Splices for Use in Safety Systems for Production and Utilization Facilities

The NRC just released a new guide to help nuclear facilities make sure their fiber-optic cables and connections in safety systems are up to snuff. This means clearer rules for testing and qualifying these parts to keep things safe and sound. If you work with nuclear production or utilization facilities, get ready to follow these updated standards soon—no surprise costs, just smarter safety!