FCC Asks Public to Simplify Information Collections
Published Date: 6/17/2026
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’re reviewing some information collection rules and want comments by July 17, 2026. This effort aims to cut down hassle, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees, without costing extra time or money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
Large Reporting Burden on TRS/VRS Providers
The information collection for Video Relay Service (VRS) and other internet-based Telecommunications Relay Services (OMB 3060-1089) covers 165,408 respondents and 1,764,771 responses, with estimated time per response from 0.05 to 300 hours, total annual burden 282,770 hours, and annual cost burden $279,363. Providers must submit detailed certification and annual reports and meet other recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
TRS Users Get Better 911 Location Protections
If you rely on relay services because of hearing or speech disabilities, providers must register and verify users, maintain routing and Registered Location data, and fixed internet-based TRS devices must provide automated dispatchable location; non-fixed devices may provide Registered Location or alternative location information. Providers must also give customers at least 30 days' notice before stopping service.
Class A Stations: Schedule F Requirements
The FCC revised FCC Form 2100, Schedule F (OMB 3060-0928) to require Class A stations to file modification applications when changing community of license or downgrading station status. The collection lists 95 respondents, 2.0 hours per response, total annual burden 380 hours, and an annual cost burden of $40,375.
FCC Requests Small-Biz Paperwork Feedback
If you run a small business with fewer than 25 employees, the FCC is asking for specific comments on how to reduce paperwork burden. The agency requests written comments by July 17, 2026 under the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002.
Broadcasters Face Schedule D Filings
The FCC revised FCC Form 2100, Schedule D (OMB 3060-0017) to implement a December 19, 2025 Report and Order requiring stations to file an application for modification when changing their community of license or service designation. The collection lists 1,105 respondents, an estimated 1.5 hours per response, total annual burden 1,658 hours, and an annual cost burden of $132,600.
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