{"description":"Documents matching 'part federal carriers provide mechanism'","count":6755,"total_pages":50,"next_page_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/documents?conditions%5Bterm%5D=part+federal+carriers+provide+mechanism&format=json&page=2","results":[{"title":"Updating Class I Rail Carrier Reporting Requirements","type":"Rule","abstract":"The Board is adopting a final rule terminating Class I carriers' supplemental reporting of certain Positive Train Control (PTC) expenditures, and it is requiring Class I carriers to report two service metrics on a weekly basis.","document_number":"2026-09189","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/08/2026-09189/updating-class-i-rail-carrier-reporting-requirements","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-05-08/pdf/2026-09189.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-09189.pdf?1778157918","publication_date":"2026-05-08","agencies":[{"raw_name":"SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD","name":"Surface Transportation Board","id":481,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/surface-transportation-board","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/481","parent_id":null,"slug":"surface-transportation-board"}],"excerpts":"Court's remand in a future decision.\n \n \n \n The OETA metric proposed by the Board would measure a <span class=\"match\">carrier's</span> success in meeting its estimated arrival times for shipments. \n Id. \n at 5. The Board proposed to define OETA as the estimated time of arrival that a rail <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> <span class=\"match\">provides</span> when a shipper tenders the bill of lading or when the rail <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> receives the shipment from an interchanging <span class=\"match\">carrier</span>. \n Id. \n Under the Board's proposal, Class I <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> would report, for shipments moving in manifest service, the percentage of weekly shipments that were"},{"title":"Updating Class I Rail Carrier Reporting Requirements","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"The Board proposes to terminate Class I carriers' supplemental reporting of certain Positive Train Control (PTC) expenditures and to require Class I carriers to report two service metrics on a weekly basis. Because PTC is now fully implemented, the Board proposes deregulatory action to end this reporting. With respect to service- related reporting, the Board proposes to require Class I carriers to report metrics that would advance the Board's objective of ensuring rail service reliability.","document_number":"2025-19009","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/09/30/2025-19009/updating-class-i-rail-carrier-reporting-requirements","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-09-30/pdf/2025-19009.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-19009.pdf?1759149922","publication_date":"2025-09-30","agencies":[{"raw_name":"SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD","name":"Surface Transportation Board","id":481,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/surface-transportation-board","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/481","parent_id":null,"slug":"surface-transportation-board"}],"excerpts":"of <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Regulations as follows: \n \n <span class=\"match\">PART</span> 1241—ANNUAL, SPECIAL, OR PERIODIC REPORTS—<span class=\"match\">CARRIERS</span> SUBJECT TO <span class=\"match\">PART</span> I OF THE INTERSTATE COMMERCE ACT \n \n 1. The authority citation for <span class=\"match\">part</span> 1241 continues to read as follows: \n \n Authority: \n 49 U.S.C. 11145. \n \n 2. Remove the note to <span class=\"match\">part</span> 1241. \n 3. Remove § 1241.11(b). \n 4. Redesignate § 1241.11(a) as § 1241.11. \n 5. Add note after § 1241.11 to read as follows: \n \n \n Note 1 to § 1241.11. The report forms prescribed by § 1241.11 are available at the Surface Transportation Board website. \n \n \n <span class=\"match\">PART</span> 1251"},{"title":"Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations","type":"Rule","abstract":"FMCSA amends its regulations by making technical corrections throughout the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). The Agency makes minor changes to correct inadvertent errors and omissions, remove or update obsolete references, and improve the clarity and consistency of certain regulatory provisions. The Agency also makes a change to its rules of organization, procedures, and practice. Because the rule does not impose any new material requirements or increase compliance obligations, it is issued without prior notice and opportunity for comment, pursuant to the good cause exception in the Administrative Procedure Act (APA).","document_number":"2024-25514","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/11/18/2024-25514/federal-motor-carrier-safety-regulations","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-11-18/pdf/2024-25514.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-25514.pdf?1731678319","publication_date":"2024-11-18","agencies":[{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION","name":"Transportation Department","id":492,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/transportation-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/492","parent_id":null,"slug":"transportation-department"},{"raw_name":"Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration","name":"Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration","id":181,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-motor-carrier-safety-administration","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/181","parent_id":492,"slug":"federal-motor-carrier-safety-administration"}],"excerpts":"369.4 Annual Reports of Class I <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> of Passengers \n Section 369.4 requires certain motor <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> of passengers to file the Motor <span class=\"match\">Carrier</span> Annual Report Form MP-1 for Motor <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> of Passengers (Form MP-1). However, this section does not <span class=\"match\">provide</span> a website address where the form is available. FMCSA amends § 369.4(c) to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> a website address where the form is available for the convenience of motor <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> of passengers. \n C. <span class=\"match\">Part</span> 371—Brokers of Property \n Section 371.2 Definitions \n Section 371.2 <span class=\"match\">provides</span> definitions that apply to FMCSA's"},{"title":"Notice of Submission of Proposed Information Collections to OMB; Agency Request for Reinstatement of Previously Approved Information Collections: Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel","type":"Notice","abstract":"In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35, as amended) this notice announces the Department's intention to reinstate Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number 2105-0571 for certain information collections. The collections involve requirements in part 382 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), for carriers to provide a mechanism on their websites for passengers to provide online notification of their requests for disability accommodation services and for carriers to ensure that a disclaimer is activated when a user clicks a link on a primary website to embedded third-party software or an external website. The disclaimer must inform the user that the software/website in not within the carrier's control and may not follow the same accessibility policies.","document_number":"2024-29014","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/12/11/2024-29014/notice-of-submission-of-proposed-information-collections-to-omb-agency-request-for-reinstatement-of","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-12-11/pdf/2024-29014.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-29014.pdf?1733838320","publication_date":"2024-12-11","agencies":[{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION","name":"Transportation Department","id":492,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/transportation-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/492","parent_id":null,"slug":"transportation-department"}],"excerpts":"collections. The collections involve requirements in <span class=\"match\">part</span> 382 of title 14, Code of <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Regulations (CFR), for <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> a <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span> on their websites for passengers to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> online notification of their requests for disability accommodation services and for <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> to ensure that a disclaimer is activated when a user clicks a link on a primary website to embedded third-party software or an external website. The disclaimer must inform the user that the software/website in not within the <span class=\"match\">carrier's</span> control and may not follow the same accessibility"},{"title":"Review of Foreign Ownership Policies for Broadcast, Common Carrier and Aeronautical Radio Licensees","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Report and Order to update foreign ownership rules for common carrier and broadcast licensees to clarify the Commission's review under section 310(b) of the Communications Act of 1934. With regard to common carrier licensees, the Report and Order adopted rules to codify existing policy regarding which entity is the controlling U.S. parent; codify the Commission's advance approval policy regarding certain deemed voting interests; require identification of trusts and trustees; extend the remedial procedures and methodology to privately held companies; add requirements regarding the contents of remedial petitions; require the filing of amendments as a complete restatement to petitions for declaratory ruling; and clarify U.S. residency requirements. For broadcast licensees only, the Report and Order covers: how the Commission should process applications filed by a broadcast licensee during the pendency of a remedial petition for declaratory ruling under section 310(b)(4); and other foreign ownership considerations related to processing applications for NCE and LPFM stations. Regarding broadcast licensees only, the Report and Order directs the Media Bureau to issue processing guidelines detailing how the Commission would process applications filed by a broadcast licensee during the pendency of a remedial section 310(b)(4) petition; and clarifies other foreign ownership considerations related to processing applications for noncommercial educational (NCE) and low power FM (LPFM) stations.","document_number":"2026-06866","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/09/2026-06866/review-of-foreign-ownership-policies-for-broadcast-common-carrier-and-aeronautical-radio-licensees","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-04-09/pdf/2026-06866.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-06866.pdf?1775652316","publication_date":"2026-04-09","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"List of Subjects in 47 CFR <span class=\"match\">Part</span> 1 \n Administrative practice and procedure, Authority delegations (Government agencies), Communications, Communications common <span class=\"match\">carriers</span>, Organization and functions (Government agencies). \n \n \n <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Communications Commission. \n Marlene Dortch, \n Secretary, Office of the Secretary. \n \n Final Rules \n For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Communications Commission amends 47 CFR <span class=\"match\">part</span> 1 to read as follows: \n \n <span class=\"match\">PART</span> 1—PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE \n \n \n 1. The authority citation for <span class=\"match\">part</span> 1 continues to read as follows:"},{"title":"Price Cap Business Data Services; Regulation of Business Data Services for Rate-of-Return Local Exchange Carriers","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) seeks comment on its proposed rules to eliminate rate regulation and tariffing obligations for business data services provided by incumbent local exchange carriers in light of technological and marketplace changes and recent Executive Orders and Commission initiatives. The Commission alternatively seeks comment on updates to its regulatory framework and competitive market tests to better align with current market conditions based on current data.","document_number":"2025-16981","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/09/04/2025-16981/price-cap-business-data-services-regulation-of-business-data-services-for-rate-of-return-local","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-09-04/pdf/2025-16981.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-16981.pdf?1756903514","publication_date":"2025-09-04","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"Local Exchange <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> (CLECs) \n 3,729 \n 3,576 \n 95.90 \n \n \n Incumbent Local Exchange <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> (Incumbent LECs) \n 1,175 \n 917 \n 78.04 \n \n \n Interexchange <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> (IXCs) \n 113 \n 95 \n 84.07 \n \n \n Local Exchange <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> (LECs) \n 4,904 \n 4,493 \n 91.62 \n \n \n Local Resellers \n 222 \n 217 \n 97.75 \n \n \n Other Toll <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> \n 74 \n 71 \n 95.95 \n \n \n Toll Resellers \n 411 \n 398 \n 96.84 \n \n \n Telecommunications Resellers \n 633 \n 615 \n 97.16 \n \n \n Wired Telecommunications <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> \n 4,682 \n 4,276 \n 91.33 \n \n \n Wireless Telecommunications <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> (except Satellite)"},{"title":"Reforming the High-Cost Program for an All-IP Future, Connect America Fund: A National Broadband Plan for Our Future High-Cost Universal Support","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that kicks off a process to examine how the Commission can make some of its high-cost mechanisms even more efficient and effective into the future. Ensuring a predictable High-Cost Program for years to come--call it High-Cost Modernization--will provide continuing support for our Build America Agenda, supercharge American leadership in Artificial Intelligence (AI) by efficiently supporting the broadband-capable networks upon which AI-enhanced applications and services will be delivered and accessed, and will help accelerate the transition to Internet Protocol (IP) networks.","document_number":"2026-11353","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/05/2026-11353/reforming-the-high-cost-program-for-an-all-ip-future-connect-america-fund-a-national-broadband-plan","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-06-05/pdf/2026-11353.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-11353.pdf?1780577120","publication_date":"2026-06-05","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"high-cost <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span>. In light of this, the Commission seeks comment on whether and how it should reform its legacy high-cost support <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span> and address the soon-to-be sunsetting model-based support <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span>. The Commission also seeks comment on whether and how it should establish a new support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span> to ensure sufficient, predictable support for high-cost <span class=\"match\">carriers</span>. \n In considering changes, the Commission asks questions in the following about the types of support that are necessary in areas where the <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> already <span class=\"match\">provides</span> service or"},{"title":"Notice of Suspension and Commencement of Proposed Debarment Proceedings; Federal Lifeline Program","type":"Notice","abstract":"The Enforcement Bureau (the \"Bureau\") gives notice of the suspension of Issa Asad from the federal Lifeline program (Lifeline Program) and all federal universal service support mechanisms. Additionally, the Bureau gives notice that debarment proceedings are commencing against Mr. Asad. Mr. Asad, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with Mr. Asad to provide or receive services in matters arising out of activities associated with or related to the Lifeline Program, may respond by filing an opposition request, supported by documentation.","document_number":"2024-29140","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/12/12/2024-29140/notice-of-suspension-and-commencement-of-proposed-debarment-proceedings-federal-lifeline-program","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-12-12/pdf/2024-29140.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-29140.pdf?1733924728","publication_date":"2024-12-12","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"activities associated with or related to the schools and libraries support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, the high-cost support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, the rural healthcare support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, and the low-income support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>.” \n Id. \n § 54.8(c). Associated activities “include the receipt of funds or discounted services through [the <span class=\"match\">federal</span> universal service] support <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span>, or consulting with, assisting, or advising applicants or service providers regarding [the <span class=\"match\">federal</span> universal service] support <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span>.” \n Id. \n § 54.8(a)(1).\n \n \n \n \n 22 \n  \n Id. \n § 54.8(b).\n \n \n \n \n As"},{"title":"Notice of Suspension and Commencement of Proposed Debarment Proceedings; Federal Lifeline Program","type":"Notice","abstract":"The Enforcement Bureau (Bureau) gives notice of the suspension of Q Link Wireless LLC (Q Link) from the federal Lifeline program (Lifeline Program) and all federal universal service support mechanisms. Additionally, the Bureau gives notice that debarment proceedings are commencing against Q Link. Q Link, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with Q Link to provide or receive services in matters arising out of activities associated with or related to the Lifeline Program, may respond by filing an opposition request, supported by documentation.","document_number":"2024-29155","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/12/12/2024-29155/notice-of-suspension-and-commencement-of-proposed-debarment-proceedings-federal-lifeline-program","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-12-12/pdf/2024-29155.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-29155.pdf?1733924731","publication_date":"2024-12-12","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"activities associated with or related to the schools and libraries support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, the high-cost support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, the rural healthcare support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, and the low-income support <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>.” \n Id. \n § 54.8(c). Associated activities “include the receipt of funds or discounted services through [the <span class=\"match\">federal</span> universal service] support <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span>, or consulting with, assisting, or advising applicants or service providers regarding [the <span class=\"match\">federal</span> universal service] support <span class=\"match\">mechanisms</span>.” \n Id. \n § 54.8(a)(1).\n \n \n \n \n 22 \n  \n Id. \n § 54.8(b), (e)(1).\n \n"},{"title":"Promoting Fair and Open Competitive Bidding in the E-Rate Program; Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) takes action to reinforce the success and integrity of the E-Rate program by establishing a competitive bidding portal and document repository to strengthen the E-Rate program's competitive bidding rules as well as other actions to simplify and streamline program processes and procedures for E-Rate participants. In addition, the Commission adopts changes to streamline and simplify the E-Rate program while maintaining the integrity of the program and grant an Order on Reconsideration. These actions will provide greater transparency into the applicants' competitive bidding and bid evaluation and selection processes, and protect the program against waste, fraud, and abuse.","document_number":"2026-10011","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/19/2026-10011/promoting-fair-and-open-competitive-bidding-in-the-e-rate-program-schools-and-libraries-universal","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-05-19/pdf/2026-10011.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-10011.pdf?1779108315","publication_date":"2026-05-19","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Schools, Telecommunications, Telephone. \n \n \n <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Communications Commission. \n Aleta Bowers, \n <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Register Liaison Officer, Office of the Secretary. \n \n Final Rules \n For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Communications Commission amends 47 CFR <span class=\"match\">part</span> 54 as follows: \n \n <span class=\"match\">PART</span> 54—UNIVERSAL SERVICE \n \n \n 1. The authority citation for <span class=\"match\">part</span> 54 continues to read as follows: \n \n Authority: \n 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 155, 201, 205, 214, 219, 220, 229, 254, 303(r), 403, 1004, 1302, 1601-1609, and"},{"title":"Review of Foreign Ownership Policies for Broadcast, Common Carrier and Aeronautical Radio Licensees","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), in which it seeks comment on or proposes updates to set clear expectations about the Commission's review in both common carrier and broadcast licensees and on other updates that apply only to broadcast licensees. With regard to common carrier licensees, the NPRM seeks comment on or proposes to amend the rules to codify existing policy regarding which entity is the controlling U.S. parent; codify the Commission's advance approval policy regarding certain deemed voting interests; require identification of trusts and trustees; extend the remedial procedures and methodology to privately held companies; add requirements regarding the contents of remedial petitions; require the filing of amendments as a complete restatement to petitions for declaratory ruling; and clarify U.S. residency requirements. For broadcast licensees only, the NPRM seeks comment on how the Commission should process applications filed by a broadcast licensee during the pendency of a remedial petition for declaratory ruling; and other foreign ownership considerations related to processing applications for NCE and LPFM stations. The NPRM proposes to make it easier for entities to understand and navigate the FCC's foreign ownership rules. The FCC believes that this proceeding will avoid inconsistent outcomes; reduce costs; and facilitate the Commission's public interest analysis.","document_number":"2025-11477","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/23/2025-11477/review-of-foreign-ownership-policies-for-broadcast-common-carrier-and-aeronautical-radio-licensees","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-23/pdf/2025-11477.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-11477.pdf?1750423521","publication_date":"2025-06-23","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":" \n \n 3650-3700 MHz band. \n Wireless broadband service licensing in the 3650-3700 MHz band <span class=\"match\">provides</span> for nationwide, non-exclusive licensing of terrestrial operations, utilizing contention-based technologies, in the 3650 MHz band (\n i.e., \n 3650-3700 MHz). Licensees are permitted to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> services on a non-common <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> and/or on a common <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> basis. Wireless broadband services in the 3650-3700 MHz band fall in the Wireless Telecommunications <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> (\n except \n Satellite) industry with an SBA small business size standard that classifies a"},{"title":"Information Collections Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority","type":"Notice","abstract":"As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, 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. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid 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 Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number.","document_number":"2026-07068","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/13/2026-07068/information-collections-being-reviewed-by-the-federal-communications-commission-under-delegated","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-04-13/pdf/2026-07068.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-07068.pdf?1775825114","publication_date":"2026-04-13","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"serves as notice to the CMRS provider. The notification requirement on PSAPs will be used by the <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> to verify that wireless E911 calls are referred to PSAPs who have the technical capability to use the data to the caller's benefit. If the <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> challenges the validity of the request, the request will be deemed valid if the PSAP making the request <span class=\"match\">provides</span> the following information:\n \n A. Cost Recovery. The PSAP must demonstrate that a <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span> is in place by which the PSAP will recover its costs of the facilities and equipment necessary to"},{"title":"Lower 37 GHz Band and Use of Spectrum Bands Above 24 GHz for Mobile Radio Service","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) seeks comment on three issues: adopting a more stringent emissions limit for Upper Microwave Flexible Use Service (UMFUS) operations above 37 GHz; whether the first phase of the coordination mechanism adopted in the companion final rule, published elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register, can be enhanced by consideration of additional factors; and whether it might be possible to replace the same coordination mechanism with a dynamic spectrum management system (DSMS). The Commission also proposes to correct an error in a power flux density (PFD) figure in one of its technical rules for UMFUS.","document_number":"2025-10477","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/12/2025-10477/lower-37-ghz-band-and-use-of-spectrum-bands-above-24-ghz-for-mobile-radio-service","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-12/pdf/2025-10477.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-10477.pdf?1749645907","publication_date":"2025-06-12","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"used to share spectrum either between non-<span class=\"match\">Federal</span> entities or between <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> and non-<span class=\"match\">Federal</span> entities (\n 2018 FNPRM, \n 83 FR 34520). In the \n 2018 FNPRM, \n the Commission also recognized the importance of the Lower 37 GHz band to future <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> operations, and stated its intent to work in partnership with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Department of Defense (DoD), and other <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> agencies to develop a sharing approach that allows for robust <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> and non-<span class=\"match\">Federal</span> use in the Lower 37 GHz band.\n \n 4. Subsequently"},{"title":"Lower 37 GHz Band and Use of Spectrum Bands Above 24 GHz for Mobile Radio Service","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) makes available 600 megahertz of high-frequency spectrum for flexible fixed and mobile use by establishing a mechanism for access to the 37-37.6 GHz band (Lower 37 GHz band). This spectrum, which is shared between non-Federal and Federal operators, can be used for fixed wireless broadband, Internet of Things (IoT), or other innovative services. Crafted in collaboration with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and with input from the Department of Defense (DoD), this new regime provides access to a block of millimeter wave spectrum with low barriers to entry.","document_number":"2025-10476","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/12/2025-10476/lower-37-ghz-band-and-use-of-spectrum-bands-above-24-ghz-for-mobile-radio-service","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-12/pdf/2025-10476.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-10476.pdf?1749645907","publication_date":"2025-06-12","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"Mobile Radio Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 90, subpart S); 900 MHz Broadband Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 27, subpart P); 3.45 GHz Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 27, subpart Q); 3.7 GHz Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 27, subpart O); Advanced Wireless Services (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 27, subparts K and L); Air-Ground Radiotelephone Service (Commercial Aviation) (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 22, subpart G, of this chapter); Broadband Personal Communications Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 24, subpart E, of this chapter); Broadband Radio Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 27, subpart M); Cellular Radiotelephone Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 22, subpart H); Citizens Broadband Radio Service (<span class=\"match\">part</span> 96, subpart C, of"},{"title":"Rescinding the Requirement for Electronic Logging Device Operator's Manual Located in Commercial Motor Vehicles","type":"Rule","abstract":"FMCSA amends the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) to rescind the requirement for a copy of the electronic logging device (ELD) operator's manual to be kept in a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Drivers are required to understand the operation of the ELD on the vehicle to ensure the accuracy of their electronic records of duty status and to present this information during inspections by enforcement officials. There is no readily apparent benefit to continuing to require that the user's manual be in the CMV given the use of ELDs since December 2019. This final rule eliminates a regulatory burden on motor carriers without compromising safety.","document_number":"2026-12448","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/22/2026-12448/rescinding-the-requirement-for-electronic-logging-device-operators-manual-located-in-commercial","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-06-22/pdf/2026-12448.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-12448.pdf?1781786720","publication_date":"2026-06-22","agencies":[{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION","name":"Transportation Department","id":492,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/transportation-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/492","parent_id":null,"slug":"transportation-department"},{"raw_name":"Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration","name":"Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration","id":181,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-motor-carrier-safety-administration","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/181","parent_id":492,"slug":"federal-motor-carrier-safety-administration"}],"excerpts":"DC 20590-0001, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> holidays. To be sure someone is there to help you, please call (202) 366-9317 or (202) 366-9826 before visiting Dockets Operations.\n \n II. Abbreviations \n \n CFR Code of <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Regulations \n CMV Commercial motor vehicle \n DOT Department of Transportation \n ELD Electronic logging device \n FMCSA <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Motor <span class=\"match\">Carrier</span> Safety Administration \n FMCSR <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Motor <span class=\"match\">Carrier</span> Safety Regulations \n FR <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Register \n HOS Hours of service \n NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking \n"},{"title":"Lifeline and Link Up Reform and Modernization; Bridging the Digital Divide for Low-Income Consumers; Telecommunications Carriers Eligible for Universal Service Support; Affordable Connectivity Program; Emergency Broadband Benefit Program","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) seeks to ensure that Lifeline services are used to benefit and support eligible low-income Americans, that the program's funding is protected from waste, fraud, and abuse, and that service providers are in compliance with Commission rules. The Commission also seeks to update and streamline Lifeline and related rules.","document_number":"2026-06531","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/03/2026-06531/lifeline-and-link-up-reform-and-modernization-bridging-the-digital-divide-for-low-income-consumers","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-04-03/pdf/2026-06531.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-06531.pdf?1775133915","publication_date":"2026-04-03","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"comments are due on or before June 2, 2026.\n \n \n List of Subjects in 47 CFR <span class=\"match\">Part</span> 54 \n Communications common <span class=\"match\">carriers</span>, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Telecommunications, Telephone. \n \n \n <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Communications Commission. \n Marlene Dortch, \n Secretary. \n \n Proposed Rules \n For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Communications Commission proposes to amend 47 CFR <span class=\"match\">part</span> 54 as follows: \n \n <span class=\"match\">PART</span> 54—UNIVERSAL SERVICE \n \n 1. The authority citation for <span class=\"match\">part</span> 54 continues to read as follows: \n \n Authority: \n 47 U.S.C. 151, 154(i), 155"},{"title":"Improving the Effectiveness of the Robocall Mitigation Database; CORES Registration System","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopts rules requiring Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD or Database) filers to take additional steps to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and currentness of submitted information. The rules also establish a base forfeiture of $10,000 for each violation for filers that submit false or inaccurate information to the Database, as well as a base forfeiture of $1,000 for failure to update information that has changed in the Database within 10 days. Further, the Wireline Competition Bureau is directed to establish a dedicated reporting mechanism for deficient filings in the Database, as well as to issue additional guidance and \"best practices\" for filers. Additionally, the Wireline Competition Bureau and Office of the Managing Director are directed to develop a two-factor (or more) authentication solution for accessing the Database.","document_number":"2026-00010","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/06/2026-00010/improving-the-effectiveness-of-the-robocall-mitigation-database-cores-registration-system","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-01-06/pdf/2026-00010.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-00010.pdf?1767620708","publication_date":"2026-01-06","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":" Other Toll <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span>. \n Neither the Commission nor the SBA has developed a definition for small businesses specifically applicable to Other Toll <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span>. This category includes toll <span class=\"match\">carriers</span> that do not fall within the categories of interexchange <span class=\"match\">carriers</span>, operator service providers, prepaid calling card providers, satellite service <span class=\"match\">carriers</span>, or toll resellers. Wired Telecommunications <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> is the closest industry with a SBA small business size standard. The SBA small business size standard for Wired Telecommunications <span class=\"match\">Carriers</span> classifies firms"},{"title":"Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Operations","type":"Rule","abstract":"This document sets forth these final rules related to certain provisions of the No Surprises Act regarding the Federal independent dispute resolution (IDR) process, which was established as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA). These rules finalize new requirements relating to the disclosure of information that group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage must include along with the initial payment or notice of denial of payment for certain items and services subject to the surprise billing protections in the No Surprises Act. These final rules also require plans and issuers to communicate information by using claim adjustment reason codes (CARCs) and remittance advice remark codes (RARCs), as specified in guidance, when providing any paper or electronic remittance advice (ERA) to an entity that does not have a contractual relationship with the plan or issuer. This document also finalizes amendments to certain requirements related to the open negotiation period preceding the Federal IDR process, the initiation of the Federal IDR process, the Federal IDR dispute eligibility review process, and the payment and collection of administrative fees and certified IDR entity fees. This document also finalizes the definition of bundled payment arrangements, amends requirements related to batched items and services and amends the rules for extensions of timeframes due to extenuating circumstances. Additionally, this document finalizes provisions that require plans and issuers to register in the Federal IDR portal. In accordance with Federal law, a summary of these rules may be found at https://www.regulations.gov/.","document_number":"2026-11140","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/04/2026-11140/federal-independent-dispute-resolution-operations","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-06-04/pdf/2026-11140.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-11140.pdf?1780348210","publication_date":"2026-06-04","agencies":[{"raw_name":"OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT","name":"Personnel Management Office","id":406,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/personnel-management-office","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/406","parent_id":null,"slug":"personnel-management-office"},{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY","name":"Treasury Department","id":497,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/treasury-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/497","parent_id":null,"slug":"treasury-department"},{"raw_name":"Internal Revenue Service","name":"Internal Revenue Service","id":254,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/internal-revenue-service","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/254","parent_id":497,"slug":"internal-revenue-service"},{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF LABOR","name":"Labor Department","id":271,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/labor-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/271","parent_id":null,"slug":"labor-department"},{"raw_name":"Employee Benefits Security Administration","name":"Employee Benefits Security Administration","id":131,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/employee-benefits-security-administration","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/131","parent_id":271,"slug":"employee-benefits-security-administration"},{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES","name":"Health and Human Services Department","id":221,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/health-and-human-services-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/221","parent_id":null,"slug":"health-and-human-services-department"}],"excerpts":"er/faqs/aca-<span class=\"match\">part</span>-55.pdf \n and \n https://www.cms.gov/files/document/faqs-<span class=\"match\">part</span>-55.pdf; see also \n FAQs about Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 Implementation <span class=\"match\">Part</span> 69 (January 14, 2025), Q3 and Q4, available at \n https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ebsa/about-ebsa/our-activities/resource-center/faqs/aca-<span class=\"match\">part</span>-69.pdf \n and \n https://www.cms.gov/files/document/faqs-<span class=\"match\">part</span>-69.pdf. \n \n \n In response to comments, the Departments note that this option to request extensions will also apply in cases where a plan or issuer fails to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> CARCs and RARCs"},{"title":"Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records","type":"Notice","abstract":"In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), is renaming, updating, and reissuing an existing System of Records Notice (SORN) currently titled \"DOT/FMCSA- 004, National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB).\" The SORN will be retitled \"DOT/FMCSA-004, FMCSA Complaint Center Records.\" FMCSA is modernizing the system and expanding the program to enhance the Agency's ability to collect, monitor, and respond to complaints about Agency programs; establish reasonable procedures to provide timely responses; and share complaint information with external stakeholders and the public, as necessary and applicable.","document_number":"2025-19125","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/10/01/2025-19125/privacy-act-of-1974-system-of-records","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-10-01/pdf/2025-19125.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-19125.pdf?1759236313","publication_date":"2025-10-01","agencies":[{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION","name":"Transportation Department","id":492,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/transportation-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/492","parent_id":null,"slug":"transportation-department"},{"raw_name":"Office of the Secretary"}],"excerpts":"Chapter 51 (hazardous materials); Subtitle IV, <span class=\"match\">Part</span> B (commercial jurisdiction); and Subtitle VI, <span class=\"match\">Part</span> B, Chapters 311, 313 and 315 (safety jurisdiction), codified at 49 U.S.C. 13901-13908, 31136, 31134, 31137 and in 49 CFR parts 40, 360, 365, 366, 368, 371, 375, 380, 382, 385, 387, and 390-399.\n \n PURPOSE(S) OF THE SYSTEM: \n The purpose of the system is to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> consumers, drivers, and others associated with the motor <span class=\"match\">carrier</span> industry with an online <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span> to report violations of the <span class=\"match\">Federal</span> Motor <span class=\"match\">Carrier</span> Safety Regulations and other regulations"},{"title":"Connect America Fund, Alaska Connect Fund, Connect America Fund-Alaska Plan, ETC Annual Reports and Certifications, Telecommunications Carriers Eligible To Receive Universal Service Support, Universal Service Reform-Mobility Fund","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) that seeks comment on the implementation of the Alaska Connect Fund (ACF) for mobile service from the period January 1, 2030 through December 31, 2034 for areas where more than one mobile provider had been receiving support for overlapping service areas, or duplicate- support areas (ACF Mobile Phase II). This includes comment on the methodology to determine support amounts in duplicate-support areas and the competitive or alternative mechanism to distribute support, which would result in support to a single mobile provider in duplicate- support areas after ACF Mobile Phase I (mobile support provided from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2029) ends. The Commission also seeks comment on how to distribute support in unserved areas, Tribal consent requirements for the ACF, and other additional issues that would impact the ACF.","document_number":"2024-28170","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/12/04/2024-28170/connect-america-fund-alaska-connect-fund-connect-america-fund-alaska-plan-etc-annual-reports-and","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-12-04/pdf/2024-28170.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-28170.pdf?1733233520","publication_date":"2024-12-04","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"The Commission seeks comment on a potential auction <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span> for assigning support to <span class=\"match\">provide</span> service in areas that are currently unserved by any provider. The Commission first addresses several high-level program elements and then describe a reverse auction <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span>, which would use competitive bidding to determine how best to apportion the available budget to maximize new service to Alaskans in places where they live, work, and travel that have heretofore been ignored. The auction <span class=\"match\">mechanism</span> on which the Commission seeks comment would leverage"}]}