Federal Advisory Committee Act; Advisory Committee on Diversity for Communications in the Digital Age, 40874-40875 [E8-16030]

Download as PDF mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES 40874 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 137 / Wednesday, July 16, 2008 / Notices a collection of information subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) that does not display a valid control number. Comments are requested concerning (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Persons wishing to comment on this information collection should submit comments September 15, 2008. If you anticipate that you will be submitting comments, but find it difficult to do so within the period of time allowed by this notice, you should advise the contact listed below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: Direct all PRA comments to Nicholas A. Fraser, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), (202) 395–5887, or via fax at 202–395–5167, or via the Internet at Nicholas_A._Fraser@omb.eop.gov and to Judith-B.Herman@fcc.gov, Federal Communications Commission (FCC). To submit your comments by e-mail send them to: PRA@fcc.gov. To view a copy of this information collection request (ICR) submitted to OMB: (1) Go to the Web page https:// www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain, (2) look for the section of the Web page called ‘‘Currently Under Review’’, (3) click the downward-pointing arrow in the ‘‘Select Agency’’ box below the ‘‘Currently Under Review’’ heading, (4) select ‘‘Federal Communications Commission’’ from the list of agencies presented in the ‘‘Select Agency’’ box, (5) click the ‘‘Submit’’ button to the right of the ‘‘Select Agency’’ box and (6) when the list of FCC ICRs currently under review appears, look for the title of this ICR (or its OMB Control Number, if there is one) and then click on the ICR Reference Number to view detailed information about this ICR. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information, send an email to Judith B. Herman at 202–418–0214. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: OMB Control No.: 3060–0532. Title: Section 2.1033, Application for Certification and Section 15.121, Scanning Receivers and Frequency Converters Used with Scanning Receivers. Form No.: N/A. VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:00 Jul 15, 2008 Jkt 214001 Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Respondents: Business or other forprofit. Number of Respondents: 25 respondents; 25 responses. Estimated Time Per Response: 1 hour. Frequency of Response: On occasion reporting requirement and third party disclosure requirement. Obligation to Respond: Required to obtain or retain benefits. Total Annual Burden: 25 hours. Annual Cost Burden: $1,250. Privacy Act Impact Assessment: N/A. Nature and Extent of Confidentiality: The Commission’s rules require that certain portions of scanning receiver applications for certification will remain confidential after the effective date of the grant of the application. No other assurances of confidentiality are provided to respondents. Needs and Uses: This collection will be submitted as an extension (no change in reporting and/or third party disclosure requirements) after this 60 day comment period to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in order to obtain the full three year clearance. The FCC rules under 47 CFR 2.1033 and 15.121 require manufacturers of scanning receivers to design their equipment so that it has 38 dB of image rejection for Cellular Service frequencies, tuning, control and filtering circuitry are inaccessible and any attempt to modify the scanning receiver to receive Cellular Service transmissions will likely render the scanning receiver inoperable. The Commission’s rules also require manufacturers to submit information with any application for certification that describes the testing method used to determine compliance with the 38 dB image rejection ratio, the design features that prevent modification of the scanning receiver to receive Cellular Service transmissions, and the design steps taken to make tuning, control, and filtering circuitry inaccessible. Furthermore, the FCC requires equipment to carry a statement assessing the vulnerability of the scanning receiver to modification and to have a label affixed to the scanning receiver, similar to the following as described in section 15.121: Warning: Modification of this device to receive cellular radiotelephone service signals is prohibited under FCC Rules and Federal Law. The Commission uses the information required in this equipment authorization process to determine whether the equipment that is being marketed complies with the Congressional mandate in the Telephone Disclosure and Dispute PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Resolution Act of 1992 (TDDRA) and applicable Commission rules. Federal Communications Commission. Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary. [FR Doc. E8–16319 Filed 7–15–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Federal Advisory Committee Act; Advisory Committee on Diversity for Communications in the Digital Age Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Notice of public meeting. AGENCY: SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, this notice advises interested persons that the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Advisory Committee on Diversity for Communications in the Digital Age (‘‘Diversity Committee’’) will hold a meeting on July 28, 2008, at Barnard College, Columbia University, New York. Reports from the subcommittees will be presented. Barbara Kreisman is the Diversity Committee’s Designated Federal Officer. DATES: July 28, 2008. ADDRESSES: Barnard College, Columbia University, 3009 Broadway, New York, NY 10027. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Barbara Kreisman, Designated Federal Officer of the FCC’s Diversity Committee (202) 418–1600 or e-mail: Barbara.kreisman@fcc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: At this meeting, the Diversity Committee will discuss and consider possible areas in which to develop recommendations that will further enhance the ability of minorities and women to participate in the telecommunications and related industries. It will also consider issues related to the Federal Communications Commission’s En Banc Hearing and Conference on Barriers to Communications Financing. Members of the general public may attend the meeting. The FCC will attempt to accommodate as many people as possible. However, admittance will be limited to seating availability. The public may submit written comments before the meeting to: Barbara Kreisman, the FCC’s Designated Federal Officer for the Diversity Committee by e-mail: Barbara.Kreisman@fcc.gov or U.S. Postal Service Mail (Barbara Kreisman, Federal Communications Commission, E:\FR\FM\16JYN1.SGM 16JYN1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 137 / Wednesday, July 16, 2008 / Notices Room 2–A665, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC 20554). Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Requests for such accommodations should be submitted via e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or by calling the Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau at (202) 418–0530 (voice), (202) 418–0432 (tty). Such requests should include a detailed description of the accommodation needed. In addition, please include a way we can contact you if we need more information. Please allow at least five days advance notice; last minute requests will be accepted, but may be impossible to fill. Additional information regarding the Diversity Committee can be found at https://www.fcc.gov/DiversityFACA. Federal Communications Commission. Barbara Kreisman, Chief, Video Division. [FR Doc. E8–16030 Filed 7–15–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION Sunshine Act Notices Federal Election Commission. DATE AND TIME: Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 10 a.m. PLACE: 999 E Street, NW., Washington, DC (Ninth Floor). STATUS: This meeting will be open to the public. ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED: Correction and Approval of Minutes. Election of Officers. Management and Administrative Matters. PERSON TO CONTACT FOR INFORMATION: Robert Biersack, Press Officer, Telephone: (202) 694–1220. Individuals who plan to attend and require special assistance, such as sign language interpretation or other reasonable accommodations, should contact Mary Dove, Commission Secretary, at (202)694–1040, at least 72 hours prior to the hearing date. AGENCY: Mary W. Dove, Secretary of the Commission. [FR Doc. E8–15745 Filed 7–15–08; 8:45 am] mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES BILLING CODE 6715–01–M FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION Notice of Agreements Filed The Commission hereby gives notice of the filing of the following agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:00 Jul 15, 2008 Jkt 214001 Interested parties may submit comments on agreements to the Secretary, Federal Maritime Commission, Washington, DC 20573, within ten days of the date this notice appears in the Federal Register. Copies of agreements are available through the Commission’s Web site (https://www.fmc.gov) or contacting the Office of Agreements (202) 523–5793 or tradeanalysis@fmc.gov). Agreement No.: 010050–019. Title: U.S. Flag Discussion Agreement. Parties: American President Lines, Ltd.; APL Co. PTE Ltd.; A.P. MollerMaersk A/S; and Hapag-Lloyd USA, LLC. Filing Party: David F. Smith, Esq.; Sher & Blackwell LLP; 1850 M Street, NW., Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036. Synopsis: The amendment deletes Croatia and Macedonia from the geographic scope of the agreement. Agreement No.: 011435–013. Title: APL/HLCL Space Charter Agreement. Parties: American President Lines, Ltd.; APL Co. Pte Ltd.; and Hapag-Lloyd Container Linie GmbH. Filing Party: Wayne R. Rohde, Esq.; Sher & Blackwell LLP; 1850 M Street, NW., Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036. Synopsis: The amendment revises the vessel strings deployed under the agreement. It also narrows the geographic scope, revises the duration, and restates the agreement. Agreement No.: 011960–003. Title: The New World Alliance Agreement. Parties: American President Lines, Ltd.; APL Co. Pte, Ltd.; Hyundai Merchant Marine Co., Ltd.; and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (‘‘MOL’’). Filing Party: Eric C. Jeffrey, Esq.; Counsel for APL; Goodwin Procter LLP; 901 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20001. Synopsis: The amendment increases the number of slots that APL charters to CMA CGM under a separate agreement on a string operated between Far East and the United States East Coast via Suez Canal, and authorizes APL to charter space to Hapag-Lloyd under a separate agreement on a string operated in between the Far East and California. Agreement No.: 012008–003. Title: The 360 Quality Association Agreement. Parties: NYKCool AB and Seatrade Group NV. Filing Party: Wayne R. Rohde, Esq.; Sher & Blackwell LLP; 1850 M Street, NW., Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036. Synopsis: The amendment would add Green Chartering AS as a party to the agreement. Agreement No.: 201190. Title: Marine Terminal Services Agreement between Port of Houston PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 40875 Authority (‘‘PHA’’); China Shipping Container Lines Co., Ltd., and China Shipping Container Lines (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd. Parties: Port of Houston Authority; China Shipping Container Lines Co, Ltd.; and China Shipping Container Lines (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd. Filing Party: Erik A. Eriksson, Esq.; General Counsel; Port of Houston Authority, PO Box 2562, Houston, TX 77252–2562. Synopsis: The agreement authorizes PHA to establish discounted rates and preferential berthing rights for China Shipping’s vessels calling at the port. Dated: July 10, 2008. By order of the Federal Maritime Commission. Karen V. Gregory, Assistant Secretary. [FR Doc. E8–16196 Filed 7–15–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6730–01–P FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION Notice of Agreement Filed The Commission hereby gives notice of the filing of the following agreement under the Shipping Act of 1984. Interested parties may submit comments on agreements to the Secretary, Federal Maritime Commission, Washington, DC 20573, within ten days of the date this notice appears in the Federal Register. Copies of agreements are available through the Commission’s Web site (https://www.fmc.gov) or contacting the Office of Agreements (202)–523–5793 or tradeanalysis@fmc.gov). Agreement No.: 011579–013. Title: Inland Shipping Service Association Agreement. Parties: APL Co. PTE Ltd.; Crowley Liner Services, Inc.; Seaboard Marine, Ltd.; and Seaboard Marine of Florida, Inc. Filing Party: Wayne R. Rohde, Esq.; Sher & Blackwell; 1850 M Street, NW., Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036. Synopsis: The amendment adds the Dominican Republic to the scope of the agreement, and corrects the address of Seaboard Marine. By order of the Federal Maritime Commission. Dated: July 11, 2008. Karen V. Gregory, Assistant Secretary. [FR Doc. E8–16253 Filed 7–15–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6730–01–P E:\FR\FM\16JYN1.SGM 16JYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 137 (Wednesday, July 16, 2008)]
[Notices]
[Pages 40874-40875]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-16030]


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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION


Federal Advisory Committee Act; Advisory Committee on Diversity 
for Communications in the Digital Age

AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION: Notice of public meeting.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, this 
notice advises interested persons that the Federal Communications 
Commission's (FCC) Advisory Committee on Diversity for Communications 
in the Digital Age (``Diversity Committee'') will hold a meeting on 
July 28, 2008, at Barnard College, Columbia University, New York. 
Reports from the subcommittees will be presented. Barbara Kreisman is 
the Diversity Committee's Designated Federal Officer.

DATES: July 28, 2008.

ADDRESSES: Barnard College, Columbia University, 3009 Broadway, New 
York, NY 10027.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Barbara Kreisman, Designated Federal 
Officer of the FCC's Diversity Committee (202) 418-1600 or e-mail: 
Barbara.kreisman@fcc.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: At this meeting, the Diversity Committee 
will discuss and consider possible areas in which to develop 
recommendations that will further enhance the ability of minorities and 
women to participate in the telecommunications and related industries. 
It will also consider issues related to the Federal Communications 
Commission's En Banc Hearing and Conference on Barriers to 
Communications Financing.
    Members of the general public may attend the meeting. The FCC will 
attempt to accommodate as many people as possible. However, admittance 
will be limited to seating availability. The public may submit written 
comments before the meeting to: Barbara Kreisman, the FCC's Designated 
Federal Officer for the Diversity Committee by e-mail: 
Barbara.Kreisman@fcc.gov or U.S. Postal Service Mail (Barbara Kreisman, 
Federal Communications Commission,

[[Page 40875]]

Room 2-A665, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC 20554).
    Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are 
available upon request. Requests for such accommodations should be 
submitted via e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or by calling the Consumer & 
Governmental Affairs Bureau at (202) 418-0530 (voice), (202) 418-0432 
(tty). Such requests should include a detailed description of the 
accommodation needed. In addition, please include a way we can contact 
you if we need more information. Please allow at least five days 
advance notice; last minute requests will be accepted, but may be 
impossible to fill.
    Additional information regarding the Diversity Committee can be 
found at https://www.fcc.gov/DiversityFACA.

Federal Communications Commission.
Barbara Kreisman,
Chief, Video Division.
[FR Doc. E8-16030 Filed 7-15-08; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6712-01-P

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