FCC Seeks Input on Easier Paperwork for Small Businesses
Published Date: 4/29/2026
Notice
Summary
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking the public and small businesses to share their thoughts on how to make paperwork easier and less time-consuming. They want to reduce the burden, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Comments are due by May 29, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to help shape simpler rules!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Electronic Filing Now Required in IBFS
International broadcast applicants must file Forms 309-IBFS, 310-IBFS, 311-IBFS and new Form 426 electronically through the International Bureau Filing System (IBFS) using an FCC Registration Number (FRN). The FCC cites its July 13, 2021 Order making remaining paper filings electronic and says web-based filing will reduce burden hours for applicants.
Compliance Burden: Hours and Costs Quantified
The FCC estimates 258 respondents and 258 responses with time per response ranging from 2 to 720 hours, a total annual burden of 20,125 hours, and an annual cost burden of $123,230. The collection is required to obtain or retain benefits under FCC authority.
FCC Seeks Paperwork Relief for Very Small Firms
The FCC is asking for public comment on how to reduce paperwork burdens specifically for small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. Comments must be submitted by May 29, 2026, through www.reginfo.gov and by email to the FCC contacts listed in the notice.
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