Fourth Meeting of the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee, 44787-44788 [2017-20563]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 185 / Tuesday, September 26, 2017 / Notices Williams at (202) 418–2918. 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 on 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, (6) when the list of FCC ICRs currently under review appears, look for the OMB control number of this ICR and then click on the ICR Reference Number. A copy of the FCC submission to OMB will be displayed. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Comments are requested concerning: 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; the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; 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; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. OMB Control Number: 3060–0161. Title: Section 73.61, AM Directional Antenna Field Strength Measurements. Form Number: N/A. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Respondents: Business and other forprofit entities. Number of Respondents and Responses: 2,268 respondents and 2,268 responses. Estimated Time per Response: 4–50 hours. Frequency of Response: Recordkeeping requirement. Total Annual Burden: 36,020 hours. Total Annual Cost: None. Obligation to Respond: Required to obtain or retain benefits. The statutory VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:28 Sep 25, 2017 Jkt 241001 authority for this collection of information is contained in Sections 154(i) and 303 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. Nature and Extent of Confidentiality: There is no need for confidentiality with this collection of information. Privacy Impact Assessment: No impact(s). Needs and Uses: 47 CFR 73.61 requires that each AM station using directional antennas to make field strength measurement as often as necessary to ensure proper directional antenna system operation. Stations not having approved sampling systems make field strength measurements every three months. Stations with approved sampling systems must take field strength measurements as often as necessary. Also, all AM stations using directional signals must take partial proofs of performance as often as necessary. The FCC staff used the data in field inspections/investigations. AM licensees with directional antennas use the data to ensure that adequate interference protection is maintained between stations and to ensure proper operation of antennas. OMB Control Number: 3060–0685. Title: Updating Maximum Permitted Rates for Regulated Services and Equipment, FCC Form 1210; Annual Updating of Maximum Permitted Rates for Regulated Cable Services, FCC Form 1240. Form Number: FCC Form 1210 and FCC Form 1240. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Respondents: Business or other forprofit entities; State, Local or Tribal Government. Number of Respondents and Responses: 3,400 respondents; 5,350 responses. Estimated Time per Response: 1 hour to 15 hours. Frequency of Response: Annual reporting requirement; Quarterly reporting requirement; Third party disclosure requirement. Obligation To Respond: Required to obtain or retain benefits. The statutory authority for this collection is contained in 4(i) and 623 of Communications Act of 1934, as amended. Total Annual Burden: 44,800 hours. Total Annual Cost: $3,196,875. Privacy Act Impact Assessment: No impact(s). Nature and Extent of Confidentiality: There is no need for confidentiality with this collection of information. Needs and Uses: Cable operators use FCC Form 1210 to file for adjustments in maximum permitted rates for PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 44787 regulated services to reflect external costs. Regulated cable operators submit this form to local franchising authorities. FCC Form 1240 is filed by cable operators seeking to adjust maximum permitted rates for regulated cable services to reflect changes in external costs. Cable operators submit Form 1240 to their respective local franchising authorities (‘‘LFAs’’) to justify rates for the basic service tier and related equipment or with the Commission (in situations where the Commission has assumed jurisdiction). Federal Communications Commission. Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary, Office of the Secretary. [FR Doc. 2017–20547 Filed 9–25–17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION [IB Docket No. 16–185; DA 17–894] Fourth Meeting of the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, this notice advises interested persons that the fourth meeting of the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee) will be held on October 30, 2017, at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The Advisory Committee will consider any preliminary views or draft proposals introduced by the Advisory Committee’s Informal Working Groups. DATES: October 30, 2017; 11:00 a.m. ADDRESSES: Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Room TW–C305, Washington, DC 20554. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Mullinix, Designated Federal Official, World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee, FCC International Bureau, Global Strategy and Negotiation Division, at (202) 418– 0491. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FCC established the Advisory Committee to provide advice, technical support and recommendations relating to the preparation of United States proposals and positions for the 2019 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC–19). SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\26SEN1.SGM 26SEN1 44788 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 185 / Tuesday, September 26, 2017 / Notices In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92–463, as amended, this notice advises interested persons of the fourth meeting of the Advisory Committee. Additional information regarding the Advisory Committee is available on the Advisory Committee’s Web site, www.fcc.gov/wrc19. The meeting is open to the public. The meeting will be broadcast live with open captioning over the Internet from the FCC Live Web page at www.fcc.gov/ live. Comments may be presented at the Advisory Committee meeting or in advance of the meeting by email to: WRC-19@fcc.gov. Open captioning will be provided for this event. Other reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Requests for such accommodations should be submitted via email to fcc504@fcc.gov or by calling the Consumer and 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 for the FCC to contact the requester if more information is needed to fill the request. Please allow at least five days’ advance notice; last minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to accommodate. The proposed agenda for the fourth meeting is as follows: Agenda Fourth Meeting of the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Room TW–C305, Washington, DC 20554 October 30, 2017; 11:00 a.m. 1. Opening Remarks 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of the Minutes of the Third Meeting 4. NTIA Draft Preliminary Views and Proposals 5. IWG Reports and Documents Relating to Preliminary Views and Draft Proposals 6. Future Meetings 7. Other Business Federal Communications Commission. Troy F. Tanner, Deputy Chief, International Bureau. [FR Doc. 2017–20563 Filed 9–25–17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:28 Sep 25, 2017 Jkt 241001 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION [OMB 3060–0686] Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. AGENCY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections. Comments are requested concerning: 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; the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; 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; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid OMB control number. DATES: Written comments should be submitted on or before November 27, 2017. 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 contacts below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: Direct all PRA comments to Cathy Williams, FCC, via email PRA@ fcc.gov and to Cathy.Williams@fcc.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information about the information collection, contact Cathy Williams at (202) 418–2918. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 the PRA of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), the FCC invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections. Comments are requested concerning: 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; the accuracy of the Commission’s burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; 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; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. OMB Control Number: 3060–0686. Title: International Section 214 Authorization Process and Tariff Requirements—47 CFR 63.10, 63.11, 63.13, 63.18, 63.19, 63.21, 63.24, 63.25 and 1.1311. Form Number: International Section 214—New Authorization; International Section 214 Authorization—Transfer of Control/Assignment; International Section 214—Special Temporary Authority and International Section 214—Foreign Carrier Affiliation Notification. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Respondents: Business and other forprofit. Number of Respondents and Responses: 495 respondents; 748 responses. Estimated Time per Response: 0.50 hour to 15 hours. Frequency of Response: On occasion reporting requirement, Quarterly reporting requirement, Recordkeeping requirement and third party disclosure requirement. Obligation to Respond: Required to obtain or retain benefits. The statutory authority for this collection is contained in sections 1, 4(i), 4(j), 11, 201–205, 208, 211, 214, 219, 220, 303(r), 309, 310 and 403 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 154(j), 161, 201–205, 208, 211, 214, 219, 220, 303(r), 309, 310 and 403. Total Annual Burden: 3,286 hours. Total Annual Cost: $755,400. Privacy Act Impact Assessment: No impact(s). Nature and Extent of Confidentiality: In general, there is no need for confidentiality with this collection of information. E:\FR\FM\26SEN1.SGM 26SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 185 (Tuesday, September 26, 2017)]
[Notices]
[Pages 44787-44788]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2017-20563]


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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

[IB Docket No. 16-185; DA 17-894]


Fourth Meeting of the World Radiocommunication Conference 
Advisory Committee

AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, this 
notice advises interested persons that the fourth meeting of the World 
Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee) 
will be held on October 30, 2017, at the Federal Communications 
Commission (FCC). The Advisory Committee will consider any preliminary 
views or draft proposals introduced by the Advisory Committee's 
Informal Working Groups.

DATES: October 30, 2017; 11:00 a.m.

ADDRESSES: Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Room 
TW-C305, Washington, DC 20554.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael Mullinix, Designated Federal 
Official, World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee, FCC 
International Bureau, Global Strategy and Negotiation Division, at 
(202) 418-0491.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FCC established the Advisory Committee 
to provide advice, technical support and recommendations relating to 
the preparation of United States proposals and positions for the 2019 
World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-19).

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    In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 
92-463, as amended, this notice advises interested persons of the 
fourth meeting of the Advisory Committee. Additional information 
regarding the Advisory Committee is available on the Advisory 
Committee's Web site, www.fcc.gov/wrc-19. The meeting is open to the 
public. The meeting will be broadcast live with open captioning over 
the Internet from the FCC Live Web page at www.fcc.gov/live. Comments 
may be presented at the Advisory Committee meeting or in advance of the 
meeting by email to: WRC-19@fcc.gov.
    Open captioning will be provided for this event. Other reasonable 
accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. 
Requests for such accommodations should be submitted via email to 
fcc504@fcc.gov or by calling the Consumer and 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 for the FCC to contact the requester if 
more information is needed to fill the request. Please allow at least 
five days' advance notice; last minute requests will be accepted, but 
may not be possible to accommodate.
    The proposed agenda for the fourth meeting is as follows:

Agenda

Fourth Meeting of the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory 
Committee, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Room 
TW-C305, Washington, DC 20554

October 30, 2017; 11:00 a.m.

1. Opening Remarks
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Approval of the Minutes of the Third Meeting
4. NTIA Draft Preliminary Views and Proposals
5. IWG Reports and Documents Relating to Preliminary Views and Draft 
Proposals
6. Future Meetings
7. Other Business


Federal Communications Commission.
Troy F. Tanner,
Deputy Chief, International Bureau.
[FR Doc. 2017-20563 Filed 9-25-17; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6712-01-P
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