[The Regulatory Plan and Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Federal Communications Commission Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Part LIII





Federal Communications Commission





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)                                


  



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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

47 CFR Ch. I

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions -- 
October 1999

AGENCY:  Federal Communications Commission.

ACTION:  Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY:  Twice a year, in April and October, the Commission publishes 
in the Federal Register a list in the Unified Agenda of those major 
items and other significant proceedings under development or review 
that pertain to the Regulatory Flexibility Act. See 5 U.S.C. 602. The 
Agenda also provides the Code of Federal Regulations citations and 
legal authorities that govern these proceedings.

ADDRESSES:  Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20554.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  Maura McGowan, Telecommunications 
Specialist, Office of Communications Business Opportunities, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554, 
(202) 418-0990.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:   

Unified Agenda of Major and Other Significant Proceedings

     The Commission encourages public participation in the FCC 
rulemaking process. To help keep the public informed of significant 
rulemaking proceedings, the Commission has prepared a list of 
important proceedings now in progress. The General Services 
Administration publishes the Unified Agenda in the Federal Register 
in April and October of each year.

     The following terms may be helpful in understanding the status 
of the proceedings included in this report:

     Docket Number -- assigned to a proceeding if the Commission 
has issued either a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or a Notice of 
Inquiry concerning the matter under consideration. The Commission 
has used docket numbers since January 1, 1978. Docket numbers 
consist of the last two digits of the calendar year in which the 
docket was established plus a sequential number that begins at 1 
with the first docket initiated during a calendar year (e.g., 
Docket No. 96-1 or Docket No. 99-1). The abbreviation for the 
responsible Bureau usually precedes the docket number, as in ``MM 
Docket No. 98-222,'' which indicates that the responsible Bureau is 
the Mass Media Bureau. A docket number consisting of only five 
digits (e.g., Docket No. 29622) indicates that the docket was 
established before January 1, 1978.

     Notice of Inquiry (NOI) -- issued by the Commission when it is 
seeking information on a broad subject or trying to generate ideas 
on a given topic. A comment period is specified, during which all 
interested parties may submit comments.

     Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) -- issued by the 
Commission when it is proposing a specific change to Commission 
Rules and Regulations. Before any changes are actually made, 
interested parties may submit written comments on the proposed 
revisions.

     Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) -- issued by the 
Commission when additional comment in the proceeding is sought.

     Memorandum Opinion and Order (MO&O) -- issued by the 
Commission to deny a petition for rulemaking, conclude an inquiry, 
modify a decision, or deny a petition for reconsideration of a 
decision.

     Rulemaking (RM) Number -- assigned to a proceeding after the 
appropriate Bureau/Office has reviewed a petition for rulemaking, 
but before the Commission has taken action on the petition.

     Report and Order (R&O) -- issued by the Commission to state a 
new or amended rule or state that the Commission Rules and 
Regulations will not be revised.

 Magalie Roman Salas,

Secretary,
Federal Communications Commission.

                                    CABLE SERVICES BUREAU--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4285         Cable Television Rate Regulation...................................................     3060-AF41
4286         Cable Television Rate Regulation: Cost of Service..................................     3060-AF48
4287         Customer Service Standards.........................................................     3060-AF69
4288         Cable Home Wiring..................................................................     3060-AG02
4289         Over-the-Air Reception Devices.....................................................     3060-AG24
4290         Closed Captioning..................................................................     3060-AG26
4291         Cable Act Reform...................................................................     3060-AG27
4292         Competitive Availability of Navigation Devices.....................................     3060-AG28
4293         Telecommunications Act of 1996, Pole Attachment Provisions.........................     3060-AG71
4294         Digital Must Carry.................................................................     3060-AG91
4295         Horizontal Ownership Limits........................................................     3060-AH09
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                                    COMMON CARRIER BUREAU--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4296         Rules and Policies Regarding Calling Number Identification Services (CC Docket 91-      3060-AF07
            281)................................................................................
4297         Administration of the North American Numbering Plan................................     3060-AF50
4298         Use of N11 Codes and Other Abbreviated Dialing Arrangements........................     3060-AF51
4299         Implementation of the Universal Service Portions of the 1996 Telecommunications Act     3060-AF85
4300         Toll Free Service Access Codes.....................................................     3060-AG11
4301         Implementation of Section 273 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Notice of          3060-AG36
            Proposed Rulemaking.................................................................
4302         Implementation of Non-Accounting Safeguards, Sec. 271 & 272 of Communications Act       3060-AG37
            of 1996 & Regulatory Treatment of LEC Provisions of Interexchange Svcs. Orig. in LEC
            Local Exch. Area....................................................................
4303         Policies and Rules Governing Interstate Pay-Per-Call and Other Information Services     3060-AG42
            Pursuant to the Telecommunications Act of 1996......................................
4304         Telecommunications Carriers' Use of Customer Proprietary Network Information and        3060-AG43
            Other Customer Information..........................................................
4305         Telemessaging, Electronic Publishing, and Alarm Monitoring Services................     3060-AG44
4306         Policy and Rules Concerning the Interstate, Interexchange Marketplace;                  3060-AG45
            Implementation of Section 254(g) of the Communications Act of 1934, As Amended......
4307         Implementation of the Subscriber Selection Changes Provision of the                     3060-AG46
            Telecommunications Act of 1996......................................................
4308         Implementation of Section 402(b)(1)(a) of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (LEC       3060-AG47
            Tariff Streamlining Provisions).....................................................
4309         Regulatory Treatment of LEC Provision of Interexchange Service Originating in the       3060-AG48
            LEC's Local Exchange Area...........................................................
4310         Access Charge Reform...............................................................     3060-AG49
4311         Implementation of the Local Competition Provisions of the Telecommunications Act of     3060-AG50
            1996, Second Report and Order and Memorandum Opinion and Order......................
4312         Implementation of Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Access to          3060-AG58
            Telecommunication Services and Equipment, and Customer Premise Equipment, for
            Persons With Disabilities...........................................................
4313         Enhanced 911 Services for Wireline.................................................     3060-AG60
4314         Administration of the North American Numbering Plan, Carrier Identification Codes       3060-AG61
            (CICs)..............................................................................
4315         In the Matter of Inside Wire, Third Report and Order...............................     3060-AG63
4316         Amendment of Rules Governing Procedures To Be Followed When Formal Complaints Are       3060-AG65
            Filed Against Common Carriers.......................................................
4317         Computer III Further Remand Proceedings: Bell Operating Company Provision of            3060-AG72
            Enhanced Services...................................................................
4318         Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Regarding Detariffing of Interstate Exchange Access       3060-AG73
            Services for Non-Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers..................................
4319         In the Matter of the Telecommunications Relay Services, the Americans With              3060-AG75
            Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Telecommunications Act of 1996....................
4320         In the Matter of Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services        3060-AG76
            for Individuals With Hearing and Speech Disabilities................................
4321         Toll Fraud.........................................................................     3060-AG77
4322         1998 Biennial Regulatory Review/Review of Accounting and Cost Allocation                3060-AG98
            Requirements........................................................................
4323         Biennial Review of ARMIS Reporting Requirements....................................     3060-AG99
4324         Performance Measurements and Reporting Requirements for Operations Support Systems,     3060-AH00
            Interconnection, Operator Services, and Directory Assistance........................
4325         Access Charge Reform for Rate-of-Return Local Exchange Carriers....................     3060-AH01
4326         Deployment of Wireline Services Offering Advanced Telecommunications Capability....     3060-AH03
4327         Prescribing the Authorized Rate of Return for Interstate Services of Local Exchange     3060-AH18
            Carriers............................................................................
4328         SBC Communications, Inc. Petition for Biennial Review..............................     3060-AH19
4329         1998 Biennial Regulatory Review - Review of Depreciation Requirements for Incumbent     3060-AH20
            Local Exchange Carriers.............................................................
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                                    COMMON CARRIER BUREAU--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4330         Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN).........................................     3060-AG08
4331         Implementation of Section 402(b)(2)(A) of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.......     3060-AG62
4332         Elimination of Part 41: Telegraph and Telephone Franks.............................     3060-AH04
4333         Streamlined Contributor Reporting Requirements.....................................     3060-AH06
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                              COMPLIANCE AND INFORMATION BUREAU--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4334         In the Matter of Amendment of Part 73, Subpart G, of the Commission's Rules             3060-AF21
            Regarding the Emergency Alert System................................................
4335         In the Matter of the Commission's Forfeiture Policy Statement and Amendment of          3060-AF65
            Section 1.80 of the Rules To Incorporate the Forfeiture Guidelines..................
4336         In the Matter of Amendment of the Commission's Rules Concerning the Inspection of       3060-AG13
            Radio Installations on Large Cargo and Small Passenger Ships........................
4337         Amendment of Part 2, Subpart K of the FCC's Rules Regarding the Importation of          3060-AH07
            Radio Frequency Devices Capable of Causing Harmful Interference.....................
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                            OFFICE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4338         Closed Captioning for DTV Receivers; ET Docket No. 99-254..........................     3060-AH24
4339         Wireless Medical Telemetry Service; ET Docket 99-255...............................     3060-AH27
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                             OFFICE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4340         Cable System Compatibility With TV Receivers and VCRs..............................     3060-AF38
4341         Wind Profiler Radar Systems........................................................     3060-AF45
4342         Millimeter Wave Spectrum Allocation................................................     3060-AF61
4343         Digital Equipment Deregulation.....................................................     3060-AF73
4344         MSS Spectrum Allocation............................................................     3060-AF75
4345         Medical Care Telemetry Devices.....................................................     3060-AG18
4346         Unlicensed NII at 5 GHz............................................................     3060-AG19
4347         Allocation of 455-456 MHz and 459-460 MHz..........................................     3060-AG89
4348         Dedicated Short Range Communications of Intelligent Transportation Services........     3060-AG94
4349         Regulations for RF Lighting Devices................................................     3060-AG95
4350         Equipment Authorization Streamline II/Mutual Recognition Agreements and the GMPCS       3060-AG96
            MOU.................................................................................
4351         Uniden Scanners/Cellular Radio Signals.............................................     3060-AG97
4352         Industry Coordination Committee System for Broadcast Digital Television Service....     3060-AH13
4353         3650-3700 Government Transfer Band.................................................     3060-AH14
4354         Radionavigation Service at 31.8 - 32.2 GHz.........................................     3060-AH15
4355         Certification of Equipment in the 24.05-24.25 GHz Band at Field Strengths Up to         3060-AH16
            2500 mV/m...........................................................................
4356         Fixed Satellite Service and Terrestrial System in the KU-Band......................     3060-AH17
4357         Spread Spectrum Devices; ET Docket No. 99-254......................................     3060-AH25
4358         50-71 GHz Realignment; ET Docket No. 99-261........................................     3060-AH26
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                                  OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4359         Amendment of the Commission's Ex Parte Rules in Joint Board Proceedings............     3060-AH02
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                                     INTERNATIONAL BUREAU--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4360         Streamlining the Commission's Rules and Regulations for Satellite Application and       3060-AD70
            Licensing Procedures; IB Docket No. 95-117..........................................
4361         Satellite Communications -- NGO MSS; CC Docket No. 92-166..........................     3060-AF42
4362         Establishing Rules and Policies for the Use of Spectrum for Mobile Satellite            3060-AF89
            Service in the L-Band; IB Docket No. 96-132.........................................
4363         Preemption of Local Zoning Regulation of Satellite Earth Stations; IB No. 95-59....     3060-AF92
4364         Establishment of Rules and Policies for the Digital Audio Radio Satellite Service       3060-AF93
            in the 2310-2360 MHz Frequency Band; IB Docket No. 95-91; GEN Docket No. 90-357.....
4365         Redesignation of the 27.5-29.5 GHz Frequency Band; CC Docket No. 92-297............     3060-AF94
4366         Amendment of Policy To Allow Non-U.S. Licensed Space Stations To Provide Service in     3060-AG31
            the United States; IB Docket No. 96-111; CC Docket No. 93-23........................
4367         Streamlining Regulations Related to International Common Carriers..................     3060-AG84
4368         Redesignation of the 17.7-19.7 GHz band, Blanket Licensing of Sat Earth Stations        3060-AH21
            (17.7-20.2 GHz & 27.5-30 GHz) & Allocation in the 17.3-17.8 & 24.75-25.25 GHz bands
            for Broadcast Satellite-Service Use.................................................
4369         Allocation and Designation of Spec for Fixed-Sat Srv (37.5-38.5, 40.5-41.5 & 48.2-      3060-AH23
            50.2 GHz bands).Allocations: fixed & mobile 40.5-42.5 GHz;Wireless Srv 46.9-47 GHz;
            Gov Operations 37-38 & 40-40.5 GHz..................................................
4370         The Establishment of Policies and Service Rules for the Mobile Satellite Service in     3060-AH28
            the 2 GHz Band; IB Docket No. 99-81; RM-9328........................................
4371         In the Matter of Policies for the Direct Broadcast Satellite Service; IB Docket No.     3060-AH29
            98-21...............................................................................
4372         1998 Biennial Regulatory Review -- Review of Accounts Settlement in Maritime Mobil      3060-AH30
            Maritime Mobile Satellite Radio Services and Withdrawal of the Commission as
            Accounting Authority; IB Doc No. 98-96..............................................
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                                     INTERNATIONAL BUREAU--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4373         1998 Biennial Regulatory Review - Reform of the International Settlements Policy        3060-AH22
            and Associated Filing Requirements; IB Docket No. 98-148............................
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                                      MASS MEDIA BUREAU--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4374         Transfer of Control of Non-Stock Entities MM Docket 89-77..........................     3060-AE31
4375         Local Television Ownership Rule (MM Docket No. 91-221).............................     3060-AF79
4376         Filing of Television Network Affiliation Contracts (MM Docket No. 95-40)...........     3060-AF80
4377         Rules Governing Broadcast Television Advertising (MM Docket No. 95-90).............     3060-AF81
4378         Attribution of Broadcast Interests (MM Docket Nos. 94-150, 92-51, 87-154)..........     3060-AF82
4379         Minor Modifications of Broadcast Licenses Without Prior Construction Permit........     3060-AG30
4380         Newspaper/Broadcast Cross-Ownership................................................     3060-AG53
4381         National Television Ownership Rules (MM Docket Nos. 96-222, 91-221, 87-8)..........     3060-AG54
4382         Competitive Bidding for Broadcast Services.........................................     3060-AG78
4383         1998 Biennial Review of Broadcast Ownership........................................     3060-AG79
4384         1998 Biennial Review-Streamlining of Mass Media Applications, Rules, and Processes.     3060-AG80
4385         Review of Technical Rules in Parts 73 and 74.......................................     3060-AG81
4386         Review of Broadcast and Cable EEO Rules and Policies...............................     3060-AH10
4387         Low Power FM Radio.................................................................     3060-AH11
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                                      MASS MEDIA BUREAU--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4388         Advanced Television Service (MM Docket 87-268).....................................     3060-AE24

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4389         Main Studio/Public File Requirements for Broadcasters (MMB Docket 97-138)..........     3060-AG68
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                                 OFFICE OF MANAGING DIRECTOR--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4390         Assessment and Collection of Regulatory Fees for FY 1999...........................     3060-AG92
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                             WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4391         Calling Party Pays Service Offering in the Commercial Mobile Radio Services........     3060-AH31
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                              WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU--Long Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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4392         Amendment of Part 80 of the Commission's Rules Concerning VHF Maritime Operations..     3060-AF14
4393         Rulemaking To Amend Part 1 and Part 21 To Redesignate the 27.5-29.5 GHz Band and To     3060-AF26
            Establish Rules and Policies for Local Multi-Point Distribution Service.............
4394         Refarming..........................................................................     3060-AF35
4395         Future Development of 800 MHz SMR; Competitive Bidding Wide Area...................     3060-AF47
4396         Resale and Roaming Obligations Pertaining to Commercial Mobile Radio Services......     3060-AF58
4397         Implementation of Section 309(j) of the Communications Act, Competitive Bidding;        3060-AF99
            Narrowband PCS Competitive Bidding Rules............................................
4398         Implementation of Section 309(j) of the Communications Act, Competitive Bidding;        3060-AG00
            IVDS Competitive Bidding Rules......................................................
4399         39 GHz Channel Plan................................................................     3060-AG16
4400         Implementation of Section 309(j) of the Communications Act, Competitive Bidding         3060-AG21
            Broadband PCS F Block Rules.........................................................
4401         Amendment of Part 90 of the FCC's Rules To Provide for the Use of the 220-222 MHz       3060-AG23
            Band................................................................................
4402         Revision of the Commission's Rules To Ensure Compatibility With Enhanced 911            3060-AG34
            Emergency Calling Systems...........................................................
4403         Wireless Communications Services...................................................     3060-AG56
4404         In the Matter of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA),         3060-AG74
            Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.......................................................
4405         Development of Operational, Technical, and Spectrum Requirements for Public Safety      3060-AG85
            Communications Requirements.........................................................
4406         Multiple Access Systems; WT Docket No.97-81........................................     3060-AG86
4407         Amendment of Part I of the Commission's Rules--Competitive Bidding Procedures......     3060-AG87
4408         Amendment to Part 27 of the FCC's Rules To Revise Rules for Services in the 2.3GHz      3060-AG93
            Band and To Include Licensing of Services in the 47 Ghz Band........................
4409         Amendment of Part 90 of the Commission's Rules To Adopt Regulations for Automatic       3060-AH12
            Vehicle Monitoring Systems Second Report and Order..................................
4410         Service Rules for the 746-764 and 776-794 MHz Bands, and Revisions to Part 27 of        3060-AH32
            the Commission's Rules..............................................................
4411         Implementation of Sections 309(j) and 337 of the Communications Act of 1934 as          3060-AH33
            Amended.............................................................................
4412         1998 Biennial Regulatory Review Spectrum Aggregation Limits for Wireless                3060-AH34
            Telecommunications Carriers.........................................................
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


CABLE SERVICES BUREAU



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4285. CABLE TELEVISION RATE REGULATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 543

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission has adopted rate regulations to implement 
Section 623 of the Cable Act of 1992 to ensure that cable subscribers 
nationwide enjoy the rates that would be charged by cable systems 
operating in a competitive environment. Reconsideration requested. The 
14th Order on Reconsideration addresses petitions on issues governing 
regulated services by cable systems.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            01/04/93                       58 FR 48
R&O and FNPRM                   05/21/93                    58 FR 29736
MO&O and FNPRM                  08/18/93                    58 FR 43816
3rd R&O                         11/30/93                    58 FR 63087
Order on Recon, 4th R&O, and 5th 
NPRM                            04/15/94                    59 FR 17943
3rd Order on Recon              04/15/94                    59 FR 17961
5th Order on Recon and FNPRM    10/13/94                    59 FR 51869
4th Order on Recon              10/21/94                    59 FR 53113
6th Order on Recon, 5th R&O, and 
7th NPRM                        12/06/94                    59 FR 62614
7th Order on Recon              01/25/95                     60 FR 4863
9th Order on Recon              02/27/95                    60 FR 10512
8th Order on Recon              03/17/95                    60 FR 14373
6th R&O and 11th Order on Recon 07/12/95                    60 FR 35854
13th Order on Recon             10/05/95                    60 FR 52106
12th Order on Recon             10/26/95                    60 FR 54815
10th Order on Recon             04/08/96                    61 FR 15388
Order on Recon of the 1st R&O 
and Further NPRM                04/15/96                    61 FR 16447
MO&O                            02/12/97                     62 FR 6491
Report on Cable Industry Prices 02/24/97                     62 FR 8245
R&O                             03/31/97                    62 FR 15118
14th Order on Recon             10/15/97                    62 FR 53572


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Nancy Stevenson, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF41
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4286. CABLE TELEVISION RATE REGULATION: COST OF SERVICE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 543

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission has established rules pursuant to which cable 
operators may set rates for regulated cable service in accordance with 
traditional cost-of-service principles, as modified to take account of 
unique characteristics of the cable industry. These rules are the 
subject of pending petitions for reconsideration. In addition, the 
Commission is considering comments received in response to a Further 
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the rate of return that should 
be applied in cost-of-service cases.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            07/30/93                    58 FR 40762
R&O                             04/15/94                    59 FR 17975
2nd NPRM                        04/15/94                    59 FR 18066
MO&O                            10/14/94                    59 FR 52087
2nd R&O/1st Order on Recon/FNPRM03/08/96                     61 FR 9361
Correction in FR                03/22/96                    61 FR 11749


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Nancy Stevenson, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF48
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4287. CUSTOMER SERVICE STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i) to 154(j); 47 USC 303; 47 USC 552

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, April 3, 1993.

Abstract: The Commission has adopted customer service standards for 
cable operators nationwide to implement the provisions of the Cable Act 
of 1992. Such standards shall include, at a minimum, cable systems 
office hours, telephone availability, installations, outages, service 
calls, and communication between the cable operator and subscriber, 
including billing and refunds.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/23/92                    57 FR 61038
R&O                             04/19/93                    58 FR 21107


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Nancy Stevenson, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF69
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4288. CABLE HOME WIRING

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 544(i)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 6, 1997, the FCC adopted a Report and Order and 
Second Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FCC 97-7360) that amends its 
cable inside wiring rules to enhance competition in the video 
distribution marketplace. The Second FNPRM seeks comment on, among 
other things, whether there are circumstances where

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the FCC should adopt restrictions on exclusive contracts in order to 
further promote competition in the MDU marketplace. A Petition for 
Review was filed in the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the 8th 
Circuit on November 24, 1997. The FCC has received petitions for 
reconsideration and has requested the 8th Circuit to hold the pending 
court case in abeyance until the Commission takes action on the pending 
petitions. The Court granted the Commission's request.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            11/17/92                    57 FR 54209
R&O                             03/02/93                    58 FR 11970
NPRM                            02/01/96                     61 FR 3657
1st Order on Recon & FNPRM      02/16/96                     61 FR 6210
FNRPM                           09/03/97                    62 FR 46453
R&O and 2d FNPRM                11/14/97                    62 FR 60165


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Nancy Stevenson, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG02
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4289. OVER-THE-AIR RECEPTION DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 104-104, sec 207

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25; 47 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 8, 1996.

Abstract: The FCC has prescribed regulations to prohibit restrictions 
that impair a viewer's ability to receive video programming services 
through antennas designed for over-the-air reception of television 
broadcast signals, multichannel multipoint distribution service, or 
direct broadcast satellite service. Petitions for reconsideration are 
pending.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

R&O & FNPRM                     03/15/96                    61 FR 10710
NPRM                            04/18/96                    61 FR 16890
R&O, MO&O, FNPRM                09/04/96                    61 FR 46557
Order on Recon                  12/07/98                    63 FR 67422
Second Report and Order         12/23/98                    63 FR 71027


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Darryl Cooper, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG24
_______________________________________________________________________




4290. CLOSED CAPTIONING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 613

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 79

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC adopted regulations to ensure that video programming 
is accessible to persons with hearing disabilities through closed 
captioning. The rules were adopted in August 1997 and modified in 
response to petitions for reconsideration in September 1998. The FNPRM 
adopted in January 1998 seeks comment on appropriate rules and policies 
to ensure the accessibility of televised emergency information to 
persons with hearing disabilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             12/15/95                    60 FR 65052
Order                           01/29/96                     61 FR 2781
Order                           03/12/96                     61 FR 9963
Report                          08/14/96                    61 FR 42249
NPRM                            02/03/97                     62 FR 4959
Order                           03/24/97                    62 FR 13853
R&O                             09/16/97                    62 FR 48487
FNRPM                           01/21/98                     63 FR 3070
Order                           10/20/98                   63 FR 726116
Order                           06/23/99                    64 FR 33424


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marcia Glauberman, Statistician, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7046
Fax: 202 418-7172

RIN: 3060-AG26
_______________________________________________________________________




4291. CABLE ACT REFORM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 522; 47 USC 543; 47 USC 544; 47 USC 
548; 47 USC 552

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding implements the cable reform section of the 
Telecommunications Act of 1996. It addresses several issues, including 
the cable rate complaint process, effective competition and subscriber 
notifications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Order & NPRM                    04/30/96                    61 FR 19013
Report & Order                  07/02/99                    64 FR 35948
Correction in FR                08/06/99                    64 FR 42855


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Nancy Stevenson, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG27
_______________________________________________________________________




4292. COMPETITIVE AVAILABILITY OF NAVIGATION DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 549

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC has adopted rules to address the mandate expressed in 
Section 629 of the Communications Act to ensure the commercial 
availability of ``navigation devices'', the equipment used to access 
video programming and

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other services from multichannel video programming systems. Petitions 
for reconsideration were resolved in a recent order.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/05/97                    62 FR 10011
R&O                             07/15/98                    63 FR 38089
Order on Reconsideration        06/02/99                    64 FR 29599


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas Horan, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W.
Phone: 202 418-2486
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG28
_______________________________________________________________________




4293. TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1996, POLE ATTACHMENT PROVISIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 224; 
47 USC 303; 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1.1401 to 1.1416

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 8, 1998.

Abstract: In this proceeding, the Commission continues its 
implementation of section 703 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 
(1996 Act), by amending the Commission's rules relating to pole 
attachments. The Commission is required to prescribe regulations, no 
later than two years after the date of enactment of the 1996 Act, to 
govern the charges for pole attachments used by cable operators and 
telecommunications carriers to provide telecommunications services, 
when the parties fail to resolve a dispute over such charges. The new 
R&O, FCC 98-20, released Feb 6, 1998, prescribes regulations to govern 
these charges. Petitions for reconsideration are pending.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/18/97                    62 FR 43963
R&O                             03/12/98                    63 FR 12013


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Cheryl King, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2284
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG71
_______________________________________________________________________




4294. DIGITAL MUST CARRY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 534

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 614(b)(4)(B) of the Communications Act requires that, 
at the time the Commission prescribes standards for advanced 
television, it should ``initiate a proceeding to establish any changes 
in the signal carriage requirements of cable television systems 
necessary to ensure cable carriage of those broadcast signals of local 
commercial television stations which have been changed to conform with 
such modified standards.'' The FCC has issued an NPRM pursuant to the 
requirements of that Section.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/07/98                    63 FR 42330


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ben Golant, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Consumer Protection and Competition Division, Cable 
Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7111
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG91
_______________________________________________________________________




4295. HORIZONTAL OWNERSHIP LIMITS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 533

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 613 of the Communications Act requires the Commission 
to ``prescribe rules and regulations through cable systems owned by 
such a person, or in which such a person has an attributable 
interest.'' On June 26, 1998, the Commission issued a Second Memorandum 
Opinion & Order on Reconsideration and Further Notice of Proposed 
Rulemaking, FCC 98-138, in this matter. Among other things, the Further 
Notice seeks comment on whether, in light of evolving market 
conditions, 30 percent should remain the appropriate horizontal 
ownership limit, whether the Commission should revise the rules to 
consider the presence in the market of all multi-channel video 
programming providers rather than cable operators alone, and whether to 
base the limit on actual subscribers rather than on homes passed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Second MO&O on Recon and FNPRM  07/14/98                    63 FR 37790


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Darryl Cooper, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Cable Services Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1039
Fax: 202 418-7172
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH09

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


COMMON CARRIER BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4296. RULES AND POLICIES REGARDING CALLING NUMBER IDENTIFICATION 
SERVICES (CC DOCKET 91-281)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(f); 47 USC 201

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.1600 to 64.1604

Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, January 1, 1997, The R&O set effective 
date of 12/1/95 for carriers to pass CPN, provide per call blocking, & 
provide unblocking if blocking is offered. Numerous other deadlines for 
when stays, waivers expire. The R&O set effective date of 12/1/95 for 
carriers to pass CPN, provide per call blocking, & provide unblocking 
if blocking is offered. Numerous other deadlines for when stays, 
waivers expire.

Abstract: The Report and Order and Further Notice found that a Federal 
model for interstate delivery of calling party number (CPN) is in the 
public interest and that the model must protect calling party privacy. 
The Second Report and Order confirms this finding, addresses 53 
petitions for reconsideration of the Report and Order and adopts rules 
that: ensure the interstate delivery of calling party number; ensure 
that callers can activate a per-call privacy mechanism (by dialing *67) 
to block display of their numbers to called parties; and ensure that if 
State policies permit and customers select to have per-line blocking, 
callers can activate a per-call unblocking mechanism (by dialing *82) 
to display their numbers to called parties. Further, the Second Report 
and Order adopts rules to ensure that for other services that use 
calling party number or calling name, when a caller requests privacy, a 
carrier may not reveal that caller's number or name, nor may the 
carrier use the number or name to allow the called party to contact the 
calling party. These rules became generally effective December 1, 1995. 
Hotel and motel lines, public payphones, party lines, and call return 
services must comply with these rules by January 1, 1997. The 
Commission has granted several temporary stays and waivers of these 
rules. The Third Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeks comments on 
whether the caller ID rules should be extended to Private Branch 
Exchange systems and private payphones. The Fourth Notice of Proposed 
Rulemaking seeks comments on whether local exchange carriers without 
blocking software should be exempted from the caller ID rules and 
required not to pass CPN. BellSouth has petitioned to Commission to 
reconsider the rules established in the Second Report and Order that 
applied the caller ID rules to call return services, hotel and motel 
lines, and public payphones. The 3rd Report and Order, released March 
25, 1997, clarified that called ID rules do apply to call return 
services and party lines. Siemens petitioned for reconsideration of 
caller ID rules as to equipment manufacturers. The network services 
division of the Common Carrier Bureau granted a stay of the FCC's rules 
for private branch exchange (PBX) manufacturers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/26/91                    56 FR 57300
FNPRM                           04/18/94                    59 FR 18349
R&O                             04/18/94                    59 FR 18318
Second R&O and Third NPRM       06/02/95                    60 FR 28775
Order                           10/30/95
Order                           11/30/95
Order & Fourth NPRM             11/30/95                    60 FR 63491
Third R&O                       06/23/97                    62 FR 34015


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: The title of this item was revised when the 
status was changed from RM 7397 to CC Docket 91-281. The RM was a 
public notice calling for comments and, upon receipt of comments and 
replies, was terminated in favor of the NPRM under CC Docket 91-281.

Agency Contact: Jared Carlson, Attorney, Network Services Division, 
Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-2350
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF07
_______________________________________________________________________




4297. ADMINISTRATION OF THE NORTH AMERICAN NUMBERING PLAN

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 201 to 205; 47 USC 
403; 47 USC 152 to 155; 47 USC 3 to 4; 47 USC 207 to 209; 47 USC 225 to 
227; 47 USC 251 to 252; 47 USC 271; 47 USC 332; 47 USC 218

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 151; 47 CFR 154; 47 CFR 201 to 205; 47 CFR 403; 47 
CFR 52.1 to 52.99

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Report and Order lays the foundation for the fair and 
effective administration of numbering in the United States. The Report 
and Order establishes a model for administration of numbering resources 
in a competitive environment. In this model, the FCC will set broad 
policy objectives, be the final arbiter of domestic numbering disputes 
and work closely with other members of the North American Numbering 
Plan (NANP), the states, industry and consumers to ensure fair and 
effective number administration. The Report and Order creates the North 
American Number Council (NANC) under the Federal Advisory Committee 
Act. In the Third Report and Order, released on October 9, 1997, the 
Commission affirmed the NANC's selection of Lockheed Martin IMS as the 
new NANP administrator. The NANP administrator is a nongovernmental 
entity that is not aligned with any particular telecommunications 
industry segment, and upon selection and following a transition period, 
assumed Bellcore's current NANP administrator functions and the central 
office code administration functions currently handled by the dominant 
local exchange carrier in each area code. The rules were expanded to 
accommodate the requirements of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. See 
FCC 96-337, released August 8, 1996.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             11/10/92                    57 FR 53462
NPRM                            05/10/94                    59 FR 24103
R&O                             07/28/95                    60 FR 58737
2d R&O                          09/06/96                    61 FR 47284
3rd R&O                         10/09/97                    62 FR 55179


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeannie Grimes, Senior Paralegal, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2313

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Fax: 202 418-2345
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF50
_______________________________________________________________________




4298. USE OF N11 CODES AND OTHER ABBREVIATED DIALING ARRANGEMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 201 to 205; 47 USC 
251(e)

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1992, the FCC released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in 
CC Docket 92-105 proposing that local exchange carriers (LECs) be 
required to make N11 codes available for access to information service 
providers. In this proposal, LECs could establish any reasonable 
assignment criteria for such allocation, including ``first come, first 
served.'' The FCC's General Counsel released a letter indicating it 
found no regulatory or legal obstacles to assignment of N11 codes for 
information services. On February 19, 1997, the FCC released a First 
Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in that 
Docket (FCC 97-51) which allows incumbent LECs, in addition to the 
states and Bell Communications Research (Bellcore), to continue to 
perform the N11 code administration functions that they performed at 
the time of enactment of the 1996 Act amendments to the 1934 Act, until 
further FCC action. The FCC concludes that: (1) 311 should be assigned 
as a national number for access to non-emergency police calls; (2) 711 
should be assigned as a national number for access to 
telecommunications relay services (TRS); (3) all providers of telephone 
exchange service must be able to have their customers call 611 and 811 
to reach their repair and business service offices; and (4) a LEC may 
not itself offer enhanced services using a 411 code or any other N11 
code, unless that LEC offers access to the code on a reasonable 
nondiscriminatory basis to competing enhanced service providers in the 
local service area for which it is using the code to facilitate 
distribution of their enhanced services. In the FNPRM, the FCC asks for 
comment on: (1) the technical feasibility of implementing 711 for TRS 
access; (2) the possibility of developing an N11 gateway offering 
access to multiple TRS providers; (3) whether with such access, TRS 
calls would still be answered within mandatory minimum answer times; 
(4) whether such a gateway would be consistent with section 255; and 
(5) whether other important disability services could be accessed 
thereby; (6) the possibility of providing both voice and text TRS 
services through the same abbreviated TRS code; (7) the proprietary 
nature of N11 codes; and (8) an FCC proposal to transfer administration 
of N11 codes at the local level from incumbent LECs to the North 
American Numbering Plan (NANP) administrator. Petitions for 
reconsideration or clarification on the order have been filed. Comments 
and replies were filed on March 31 and April 30, 1997, respectively. On 
June 16, 1999, the Commission released a Public Notice announcing that 
it will hold a public forum on September 8th, 1999, on 711 access to 
TRS. The goal of the forum is to identify steps that must be taken to 
implement 711 access to TRS as well as obstacles to implementation and 
how those obstacles can be resolved.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/29/92                    57 FR 22681
First R&O                       02/26/97                     62 FR 8633
FNPRM                           02/26/97                     62 FR 8671


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Helene Schrier Nankin, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1466
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF51
_______________________________________________________________________




4299. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE UNIVERSAL SERVICE PORTIONS OF THE 1996 
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151 et seq as amended

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 54

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, March 8, 1996.
Final, Statutory, May 8, 1997, Federal-State Joint Board R&O released 
May 8, 1997.
Other, Statutory, November 8, 1996, Federal-State Joint Board R&O 
released May 8, 1997.
 Federal-State Joint Board R&O released May 8, 1997.

Abstract: As required by the Telecommunications Act of 1996, the 
Commission sought comment on proposals for reforming universal service. 
On November 8, 1996, the Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service 
issued a recommended decision on changes to the universal service 
support mechanisms. In addition, on January 10, 1997, the Commission 
issued an NPRM and NOI on changes to the Board of Directors of the 
National Exchange Carrier Association (NECA), regarding the 
administration of universal service. On May 8, 1997, the Commission, at 
the direction of Congress, released its order implementing the 
universal service portions of the 1996 Act. On December 30, 1997, the 
Commission issued the 4th Order on Reconsideration which made changes 
and clarifications to the May 8 Order. On June 22, 1998, the Commission 
issued the 5th Order on Reconsideration which revised the collection 
levels for the schools and libraries support mechanism through June 30, 
1999, and revised the collection levels for the rural health care 
support mechanism through December 31, 1998. The 5th Order on 
Reconsideration also revised the priority with which schools and 
libraries and rural health care providers will receive support. On 
October 28, 1998, the Commission issued the 5th Report and Order, in 
which it adopted the model platform for its forward-looking economic 
cost methodology, which will be used to determine support for non-rural 
carriers beginning July 1, 1999. On November 21, 1998, the Commission 
issued the 8th Order on Reconsideration in which it consolidated the 
administration of universal service into a single entity known as the 
Universal Service Administrative Company or USAC. On November 25, 1998, 
the Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service issued its Second 
Recommended Decision in which the Joint Board made certain 
recommendations to the Commission regarding the high cost support 
mechanism.

On May 28th, 1999, the Commission issued the 13th Order on 
Reconsideration in which it adopted

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the principles of a federal high cost support mechanism that conformed 
to the Second Recommended decision and in which it sought further 
comment on specific elements of the support methodology. In the 13th 
Order on Reconsideration, the Commission also decided to implement the 
new high cost support mechanism on January 1, 2000 instead of July 1, 
1999 as previously planned. On May 28, 1999, the Commission also issued 
a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in which it sought comment on 
proposed input values to be used in the forward-looking model to 
determine non-rural LECs' cost of providing supported services in high 
cost areas. On August 5, 1999, the Commission adopted a Further Notice 
of Proposed Rulemaking in which it sought comment to ascertain the 
availability of, and to understand the possible impediments to, 
deployment and subscribership in unserved and underserved areas of the 
nation, including tribal lands and other insular areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM Comment Period End         03/08/96                    61 FR 10499
Recommended Decision Federal-
State Joint Board, Universal 
Service                         11/08/96                    61 FR 63778
First R&O Implement Schools/
Libraries Admin. Prov., S.254, 
1996 Act                        05/08/97                    62 FR 32862
Second R&O Implement of 
Universal Service Provisions of 
1996 Telecom Act                05/08/97
Order on Recon                  07/10/97                    62 FR 40742
R&O & 2d Order on Recon         07/18/97                    62 FR 41294
Order on Recon, 2d R&O, & FNPRM 08/15/97                    62 FR 47404
3rd R&O                         10/14/97                    62 FR 56118
2d Order on Recon, CC Docket 97-
21                              11/26/97                    62 FR 65036
4th Order on Recon              12/30/97                     62 FR 2093
5th Order on Recon              06/22/98                    63 FR 43088
5th R&O                         10/28/98                    63 FR 63993
8th Order on Recon              11/21/98
2d Recommended Decision         11/25/98
Final Order Changes to the Board 
of Directors of NECA             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Irene Flannery, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, N.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7400
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF85
_______________________________________________________________________




4300. TOLL FREE SERVICE ACCESS CODES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 201 et seq; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 
251(e)

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding assures that toll free numbers are allocated 
on an efficient, fair, and orderly basis.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/95                    60 FR 57157
Second R&O                      04/25/97                    62 FR 20126
Fourth R&O and MO&O             03/30/98                    63 FR 16440


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Martin Schwimmer, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2334
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG11
_______________________________________________________________________




4301. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 273 OF THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 
1996; NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 273; 47 USC 151; 47 USC 153; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 
157; 47 USC 201 to 209; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 251; 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking implements provisions of the 
Telecommunications Act of 1996 relating to the manufacturing of 
telecommunications equipment and customer premises equipment by the 
Bell Operating Companies and their affiliates.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/11/96                     62 FR 3638
NPRM Comment Period End         01/24/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory Cooke, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2320
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG36
_______________________________________________________________________




4302. IMPLEMENTATION OF NON-ACCOUNTING SAFEGUARDS, SEC. 271 & 272 OF 
COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1996 & REGULATORY TREATMENT OF LEC PROVISIONS OF 
INTEREXCHANGE SVCS. ORIG. IN LEC LOCAL EXCH. AREA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201 to 205; 
47 USC 215; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 220; 47 USC 271; 47 USC 272; 47 USC 
303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 61.41; 47 CFR 61.58; 47 CFR 63.71; 47 CFR 64.702; 
47 CFR 1.720; 47 CFR 1.721; 47 CFR 1.735

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On March 24, 1998, the FCC released an Order staying the 
provision for the April 18, 1998 deadline by which independent LECs 
that provide for in-region, interstate interexchange services on an 
integrated basis must comply with the FCC's requirement that they 
provide these services through a separate affiliate. To insure that 
independent LECs do not incur compliance costs while the possibility of 
changes to the requirement still exists, the Order stays the the 
portion of the rule that provides the deadline for compliance until 60 
days after release of a Commission reconsideration order addressing 
this issue. The Second Report and Order in the Proprietary Network 
Information

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(CPNI) proceeding (CC Docket No. 96-115) resolved CPNI issues raised in 
this proceeding that had been deferred, including obligations in 
connection with sections 272 and 274 of the 1996 Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/29/96                    61 FR 39392
FNPRM                           01/21/97                     62 FR 2991
1st R&O                         01/21/97                     62 FR 2927
2nd Order on Recon.             07/07/97                    62 FR 36216
Order                           04/06/98                    63 FR 16696
Second R&O                      04/24/98                    63 FR 20326
Erratum                         06/25/98                    63 FR 34603


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Margaret Egler, Policy Program Planning Division, 
Federal Communications Commission, Policy and Program Planning 
Division, CCB, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1580

RIN: 3060-AG37
_______________________________________________________________________




4303. POLICIES AND RULES GOVERNING INTERSTATE PAY-PER-CALL AND OTHER 
INFORMATION SERVICES PURSUANT TO THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1996

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 228

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.1501; 47 CFR 64.1504; 47 CFR 64.1510

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission has received comments on proposed rules 
designed to implement the 1996 Telecommunications Act with respect to 
information services to prevent abusive and deceptive practices by 
entities that might try to circumvent the statutory requirements. The 
proposed rules address generally the use of dialing sequences other 
than the 900 service access code to provide information services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/96                    61 FR 31481
NPRM Comment Period End         09/16/96


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Romano, Industry Analyst, Enforcement Division, 
Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0960
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG42
_______________________________________________________________________




4304. TELECOMMUNICATIONS CARRIERS' USE OF CUSTOMER PROPRIETARY NETWORK 
INFORMATION AND OTHER CUSTOMER INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 222; 47 USC 275; 47 USC 
303(r)

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 31,1996, the FCC released a Second Report & Order 
in CC Docket no. 96-61, in which the Commission determined that the 
statutory forbearance criteria in Section 10 of the Telecommunications 
Act of 1996 are met for the Commission to no longer file tariffs 
pursuant to Section 203 for their interstate, domestic, interexchange 
services. The Commission therefore ordered all nondominant 
interexchange carriers to cancel their tariffs for interstate, 
domestic, interexchange services within nine months from the effective 
date of the Second Report & Order. In addition, the Second Report & 
Order requires nondominant interexchange carriers to make public 
information concerning rates, terms, and conditions for all their 
interstate, domestic, interexchange services. This disclosure 
requirement, along with an annual certification requirement, was 
adopted to facilitate enforcement of the geographic rate averaging and 
rate integration requirements of Section 254(g) of the Communications 
Act, as ammended.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/28/96                    61 FR 26483
Public Notice                   02/25/97                     62 FR 8414
FNPRM                           02/27/98
2d R&O                          02/27/98
2d R&O                          04/28/98                    63 FR 20326
FNPRM                           04/28/98                    63 FR 20364
Order on Reconsideration        08/16/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Margaret Egler, Policy Program Planning Division, 
Federal Communications Commission, Policy and Program Planning 
Division, CCB, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1580

RIN: 3060-AG43
_______________________________________________________________________




4305. TELEMESSAGING, ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING, AND ALARM MONITORING 
SERVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 260; 47 USC 274; 47 USC 
275; 47 USC 303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64; 47 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On February 7, 1997, the Commission released an Order that 
implements the telemessaging and electronic publishing provisions of 
the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (1996 Act), sections 260 and 274, 
respectively. Section 260 delineates the conditions under which 
incumbent local exchange carriers (LECs) may offer telemessaging 
services. Section 274 permits Bell Operating Companies (BOCs) to 
provide electronic publishing services only through a ``separated 
affiliate'' or an ``electronic publishing joint venture'' that meets 
certain separation, nondiscrimination, and joint marketing 
requirements. On March 25, 1997, the Commission released a Second 
Report and Order implementing the alarm monitoring service provisions 
set forth in section 275 of the 1996 Act. Among other things, the Order 
concludes that Ameritech is the only BOC that qualifies for 
grandfathering treatment under section 275(a)(2) of the 1996 Act, and 
also finds that incumbent LECs, including BOCs, that provide basic 
telecommunications services or information services that are used by 
third parties to provide alarm monitoring services are not engaged in 
the provision of alarm monitoring

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service. The Order also finds that the Computer III/ONA requirements 
continue to govern the provision of alarm monitoring services and 
telemessaging. The Order also concludes that section 260(a) of the Act 
imposes nondiscrimination requirements on incumbent LEC provision of 
telemessaging services that are in addition to those found in sections 
201 and 202.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/29/96                    61 FR 39385
FNPRM                           02/20/97                     62 FR 7744
1st R&O                         02/20/97                     62 FR 7690
2nd R&O                         04/04/97                    62 FR 16093


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ann Stevens, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1543

RIN: 3060-AG44
_______________________________________________________________________




4306. POLICY AND RULES CONCERNING THE INTERSTATE, INTEREXCHANGE 
MARKETPLACE; IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 254(G) OF THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT 
OF 1934, AS AMENDED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201 to 205; 47 USC 
214(e); 47 USC 215; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 220

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.702(e); 47 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On March 25, 1996, the Commission released an NPRM seeking 
comment on its proposal that nondominant interexchange carriers should 
no longer file tariffs. On October 29, 1996, the Commission adopted the 
Second Report and Order in which it determined that the statutory 
forbearance criteria in section 10 of the Communications Act were met 
for complete detariffing of the interstate, domestic, interexchange 
services offered by nondominant interexchange carriers. The Commission 
determined that such carriers would no longer be allowed to file 
tariffs pursuant to section 203 of the Communications Act for such 
services, with limited exceptions. The Commission maintained the 
tariffing requirement for the international portion of bundled domestic 
and international service offerings. It further required nondominant 
interexchange carriers to: (1) file an annual certification stating 
that they are in compliance with the requirements of section 254(g); 
(2) maintain supporting documentation on the rates, terms, and 
conditions of their interstate, domestic, interexchange services that 
they could submit to the Commission within ten business days upon 
request; and (3) make publicly available information concerning current 
rates, terms, and conditions for all of their interstate, domestic 
interexchange services. Several parties appealed, requesting a stay of 
the 2nd R&O pending review by the D.C. Circuit. On 2/13/1997, the 
Circuit granted certain motions. The result was that nondominant 
interexchange carriers were required to file tariffs for their 
interstate, domestic, interexchange service. On 8/20/1997, the FCC 
released an Order On Reconsideration in which it modified the 2d R&O 
by:(1) adopting permissive detariffing for interstate, domestic, 
interexchange direct-dial services to which end users obtain access by 
dialing an access code; (2) adopting permissive detariffing for the 1st 
45 days of service to new customers that contact the local exchange 
carrier to choose their primary interexchange carrier; and (3) 
eliminating the requirement that nondominant interexchange carriers 
make publicly available information concerning current rates and terms 
for most interstate, domestic interexchange services.

In the Second Order on Reconsideration, the Commission considered again 
whether nondominant interexchange carriers (IXCs) should be required to 
make available to the public information concerning the rates, terms 
and conditions for all their interstate, domestic, interexchange 
services. Like other common carriers, IXCs historically have been 
required to file tariffs with the appropriate regulatory body (this 
Commission, in the case of interstate services) establishing the rates, 
terms, and conditions of service. The tariff does not simply serve as a 
public source of such information; under the judicially created 
``filed-rate'' doctrine, the tariffed rate for a service is the only 
lawful rate that the carrier may charge for that service. Even if a 
carrier intentionally misrepresents its rate and a customer relies on 
the misrepresentation, the carrier cannot be held to the promised rate 
if it conflicts with the tariffed rate. When a single carrier dominated 
the interstate interexchange market, tariffing was an effective tool 
for ensuring compliance with various common carrier requirements, 
including rules that require nondiscrimination among customers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/03/96                    61 FR 14717
R&O, Sec. 254(g) Requirements of 
Communications Act              08/16/96                    61 FR 42558
2nd R&O                         11/22/96                    61 FR 59340
Order on Reconsideration        11/04/97                    62 FR 59583
Second Order on Reconsideration 04/22/99                    64 FR 19722


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Andrea Kearney, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, Policy and Program Planning Division, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1580

RIN: 3060-AG45
_______________________________________________________________________




4307. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SUBSCRIBER SELECTION CHANGES PROVISION OF 
THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1996

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 258

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.1150; 47 CFR 64.1160; 47 CFR 64.1170; 47 CFR 
64.1190; 47 CFR 64.1180; 47 CFR 64.1100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Order establishes new rules and policies implementing 
section 258 of the Communications Act of 1934 (ACT), as amended by the 
Telecommunications Act of 1996, which makes it unlawful for any 
telecommunications carrier to ``submit or execute a change in a 
subscriber's selection of a provider of

[[Page 65381]]

telecommunications exchange service or telephone toll service except in 
accordance with such verification procedures as the Commission shall 
prescribe.'' The rules provide, among other things, that any 
telecommunications carrier that violates such verification procedures 
and that collects charges for telephone exchange service or telephone 
toll service from a subscriber, shall be liable to the carrier 
previously selected by the subscriber in an amount equal to all charges 
paid by the subscriber after such violation. In the FNPRM we seek 
comment on several proposals to further strengthen our slamming rules, 
including a proposal to require unauthorized carriers to remit to 
authorized carriers certain amounts in addition to the amount paid by 
slammed subscribers, as well as proposals for preventing the confusion 
and slamming that results from resellers using the same carrier 
identification codes (CICs) as their facilities-based carriers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

FNPRM                           08/14/97                    62 FR 43493
MO&O on Recon                   08/14/97
FNPRM Comment Period End        09/30/97
Second FNPRM                    12/17/98
Second Report & Order           12/17/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kimberly Parker, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7393
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG46
_______________________________________________________________________




4308. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 402(B)(1)(A) OF THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS 
ACT OF 1996 (LEC TARIFF STREAMLINING PROVISIONS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1.773(a); 47 CFR 61.58

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 8, 1997, The Act of 1996 
provides that streamlining provisions apply to any charge, 
classification, regulation, or practice filed on or after one year 
after date of enactment of the Act (i.e., 2/8/97).
 The Act of 1996 provides that streamlining provisions apply to any 
charge, classification, regulation, or practice filed on or after one 
year after date of enactment of the Act (i.e., 2/8/97).

Abstract: In this Report and Order, the FCC adopted rules to implement 
the specific streamlining requirements of the Telecommunications Act of 
1996. Petitions for reconsideration were filed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/24/96                    61 FR 49987
NPRM Comment Period End         10/24/96
R&O                             02/07/97                     62 FR 5757


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joi Nolen, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1520

RIN: 3060-AG47
_______________________________________________________________________




4309. REGULATORY TREATMENT OF LEC PROVISION OF INTEREXCHANGE SERVICE 
ORIGINATING IN THE LEC'S LOCAL EXCHANGE AREA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201 to 205; 
47 USC 215; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 220; 47 USC 271; 47 USC 272; 47 USC 
303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 61.3(o); 47 CFR 61.3(t)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On April 18, 1997, the Commission released a Second Report 
and Order in CC Docket No. 96-149 and a Third Report and Order in CC 
Docket No. 96-61 (Classification Order), in which the Commission 
revised its regulatory treatment of BOCs' and independent LECs' 
provision of domestic, interstate, long distance services and 
international services. The Classification Order revises the 
Commission's approach to defining product and geographic markets so as 
to be more in accord with the 1992 Department of Justice/Federal Trade 
Commission Horizontal merger Guidelines; classifies the BOCs' long 
distance affiliates as ``non-dominant'' in the provision of long 
distance services that originate in the areas in which a BOC provides 
local telephone services; and also classifies independent LECs as non-
dominant in the provision of in-region long distance services, but 
requires independent LECs to provide their in-region long distance 
services through separate affiliates that satisfy certain separation 
requirements. Finally, the Classification Order classifies the BOCs and 
independent LECs as non-dominant in the provision of interstate, 
domestic, and long distance services that originate outside of the 
areas in which they provide local telephone services, and it eliminates 
the requirement that the BOCs and independent LECs provide those out-
of-region services through separate affiliates. On June 27, 1997, the 
Commission released an Order on Reconsideration, which made minor 
modifications to the Classification Order, including changing the 
effective date of the Classification Order to 70 days after its 
publication in the Federal Register. On March 24, 1998, the FCC 
released an Order staying the provision for the April 18, 1998 deadline 
by which independent LECs that provide in-region, interstate, 
interexchange services on an integrated basis must comply with the 
FCC's requirement that they provide these services through a separate 
affiliate. To ensure that separate LECs do not incur compliance costs 
while the possibility of changes to the requirement still exists, the 
Order stays the portion of the rule that provides the deadline for 
compliance until 60 days after the release of an FCC reconsideration 
order addressing this issue.
 The Second Order on Reconsideration amended the Commission's rules to 
allow independent LECs that provide in-region, long distance services 
solely on a resale basis to do so through a separate corporate division 
rather than a separate legal entity.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/29/96                    61 FR 39379
Order on Recon                  07/03/97                    62 FR 35974

[[Page 65382]]

2nd R&O                         07/03/97
Order                           04/06/98                    63 FR 16696
2nd Order on Reconsideration & 
MO&O                            08/16/99                    64 FR 44423


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Andrea Kearney, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, Policy and Program Planning Division, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1580

RIN: 3060-AG48
_______________________________________________________________________




4310. ACCESS CHARGE REFORM

Priority: Economically Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 201 
to 205; 47 USC 403; 47 USC 403; 47 USC 553

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 61.41 to 61.49; 47 CFR 69

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On December 24, 1996, the Commission initiated a rulemaking 
to revise its access charge rules to make them compatible with a 
competitive market envisioned by the Telecommunications Act of 1996. On 
May 7, 1997, the Commission adopted revised access charge rate 
structure rules and adjusted the price cap productivity factor. The 
Commission also adopted a market-based approach to reducing overall 
access charge levels and moving such levels toward forward-looking 
economic costs. The Commission adopted a Further Notice of Proposed 
Rulemaking seeking comment on proposals to allow presubscribed 
interexchange carrier charges on special access lines and adjust the 
allocation of General Support Facilities costs recovered through 
interstate access charges. On July 10, 1997, on its own motion, and on 
October 9, 1997, in response to reconsideration petitions, the 
Commission revised or clarified certain parts of the rules adopted in 
the May 1997 Access Charge Reform Order. On November 26, 1997, the 
Commission adopted rules requiring price cap carriers to adjust the 
allocation of General Support Facilities costs and to reduce their 
price cap indices to ensure that regulated access rates do not recover 
those costs which are related to nonregulated services. On October 1, 
1998, the Commission delayed until July 1, 1999, certain increases to 
the ceilings for the presubscribed interexchange carrier charge (PICC). 
On October 5, 1998, the Commission issued a Public Notice inviting 
parties to update and refresh the record on certain access reform 
issues. Reconsideration petitions filed in response to the Access 
Charge Reform Order, if not yet addressed, will be addressed in future 
reconsideration orders. On May 27,1999, the Commission initiated a 
further rulemaking, seeking comment on how to adjust interstate access 
charges in conjunction with the removal from access charges of implicit 
universal service support for non-rural local exchange carriers. On 
August 5, 1999, the Commission adopted rules implementing the market-
based approach to access charge reform, pursuant to which incumbent 
price cap local exchange carriers receive progressively greater pricing 
flexibility as competition develops. The Commission also initiated a 
further notice of proposed rulemaking, seeking comment on additional 
pricing flexibility, proposed changes to the rate structure for local 
switching and tandem-switched transport, and the need to constrain 
access charges imposed by competitive local exchange carriers. 
Reconsideration petitions filed in response to the November 1977 
General Support Facilities Order will be addressed in a future 
reconsideration order.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/97                    62 FR 04670
NPRM Comment Period End         02/13/97
FNPRM                           06/06/97                    62 FR 31040
R&O                             06/11/97                    62 FR 31868
Second Report & Order           06/11/97                    62 FR 31939
Order on Reconsideration        07/29/97                    62 FR 40460
Second Order on Reconsideration 10/29/97                    62 FR 56121
Third Report & Order            12/15/97                    62 FR 65619
Public Notice                   10/09/98                    63 FR 54430
Third Order on Reconsideration  10/15/98                    63 FR 55334
Fourth Report & Order and FNPRM 06/09/99                    64 FR 30949
Fifth Report & Order and FNPRM  08/27/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tamara Preiss, Federal Communications Commission, 
Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1530

RIN: 3060-AG49
_______________________________________________________________________




4311. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LOCAL COMPETITION PROVISIONS OF THE 
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1996, SECOND REPORT AND ORDER AND MEMORANDUM 
OPINION AND ORDER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151 to 155; 47 USC 157; 47 USC 201 to 205; 47 
USC 207 to 209; 47 USC 218

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 51; 47 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 8, 1996.

Abstract: The Second Report and Order and Memorandum Opinion and Order 
implemented the dialing parity, nondiscriminatory access, network 
disclosure, and number administration provisions of the 
Telecommunications Act of 1996. The Order also denied the Petition for 
Expedited Declaratory Ruling on the area code relief plan for Dallas 
and Houston filed with the FCC by the Texas Public Utilities Commission 
on May 9, 1996. Finally, this Order addresses petitions for 
clarification or reconsideration in the matters of proposed 708 Relief 
Plan and 630 Numbering Plan Area Code by Ameritech and the 
Administration of the North American Numbering Plan. On July 19, 1999, 
the Commission released an order denying the petition for 
reconsideration of the Local Competition Second Report and Order and 
Memorandum Opinion and Order filed by Beehive Telephone Company, Inc., 
Implementation of the Local Competition Provisions of the 
Telecommunications Act of 1996, Interconnection Between Local Exchange 
Carriers and Commercial Mobile Radio Service Providers, Area Code 
Relief Plan for Dallas and Houston Ordered by the Public Utilities 
Commission of Texas, and

[[Page 65383]]

Administration of the North American Numbering Plan, First Order on 
Reconsideration, CC Docket No. 96-98, FCC 99-170, 1999 WL 507245 
(1999). Other petitions for reconsideration or clarification of the 
Local Competition Second Report and Order and Memorandum Opinion and 
Order regarding numbering administration under section 251(e)(1) of the 
Act, 47 U.S.C. section 251(e)(1), dialing parity and nondiscriminatory 
access under section 251(b)(3) of the Act, 47 U.S.C. section 251(b)(3), 
and network disclosure under section 251(c)(1) of the Act, 47 U.S.C. 
section 251(c)(1), are currently pending before the Commission.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/25/96                    61 FR 18311
NPRM Comment Period End         06/03/96


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Gregory Cooke, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2320
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG50
_______________________________________________________________________




4312. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 255 OF THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 
1996; ACCESS TO TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT, AND CUSTOMER 
PREMISE EQUIPMENT, FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 255

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding is initiated to implement the provisions of 
section 255 of the Communications Act and related sections of the 
Telecommunications Act of 1996 regarding the accessibility of 
telecommunications equipment and services to persons with disabilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/17/96                    61 FR 50465
NPRM                            04/02/98                    63 FR 28456
NPRM Comment Period End         08/14/98
First Report & Order            07/14/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local

Agency Contact: Ellen Blackler, Special Asst. to Bureau Chief, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W.
Phone: 202 418-1500
Fax: 202 418-7247
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG58
_______________________________________________________________________




4313. ENHANCED 911 SERVICES FOR WIRELINE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 201; 47 USC 222; 47 
USC 251

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.706; 47 CFR 64.708; 47 CFR 68.228; 47 CFR 68.2; 
47 CFR 68.3; 47 CFR 68.3(a); 47 CFR 68.308; 47 CFR 68.310

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rules generally will assist state governments in drafting 
legislation that will ensure that multi-line telephone systems are 
compatible with the enhanced 911 network.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/11/94                    59 FR 54878


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Alan Thomas, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2338
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG60
_______________________________________________________________________




4314. ADMINISTRATION OF THE NORTH AMERICAN NUMBERING PLAN, CARRIER 
IDENTIFICATION CODES (CICS)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 201 to 205; 47 USC 
251(e)

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1994, the FCC released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking 
(NPRM) in CC Docket No.92-237 addressing various issues relating to 
NANP administration, including carrier identification codes (CICs). On 
April 30, 1996, the FCC issued a Public Notice to refresh the record in 
this Docket. On April 11, 1997, the FCC released a Second Report and 
Order affirming its tentative conclusion in the NPRM of the industry's 
plan to convert 3-digit FBD CICs to 4-digit. On October 9, 1997, the 
FCC released the CICs' Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking 
comments on the definition of ``entity'' used to determine who may 
receive a CIC, and on CIC conservation issues. On October 22, 1997, the 
Commission released CIC's Order on Reconsideration, Order on 
Application For Review, and Second FNPRM. The Order on Application For 
Review denied VarTec Telecom Inc.'s Application For Review of the CCB's 
decision to deny VarTec's Motion for Stay of the CIC's Second Report 
and Order. The Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking tentatively 
concludes that eventually all LEC end offices should be required to 
provide equal access. In December 1997 and January 1998, the CCB's 
Network Service Division released five Orders addressing petitions for 
waiver filed by small LECs, requesting extension of the January 1, 1998 
deadline for conversion of switches to 4-digit. On January 28, 1998, 
the Network Services Division released an Order addressing a petition 
filed by a LEC seeking a waiver of five-digit CIC dialing during the 
permissive dialing period.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

2d R&O                          04/18/97                    62 FR 19056
FNPRM                           10/22/97                    62 FR 54817

[[Page 65384]]

Order on Recon                  10/28/97                    62 FR 55762


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Ward, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th St., S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-2345
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG61
_______________________________________________________________________




4315. IN THE MATTER OF INSIDE WIRE, THIRD REPORT AND ORDER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 155

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 68.3; 47 CFR 68.213(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action addresses a proposal for enhanced wire quality 
standards for simple inside telephone wiring. The action will also 
address whether the demarcation point rule should apply to complex 
wiring and whether the demarcation point may be located away from a 
building.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/97                    62 FR 36476
NPRM Comment Period End         08/01/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Susan Magnotti, Senior Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0871
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG63
_______________________________________________________________________




4316. AMENDMENT OF RULES GOVERNING PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED WHEN FORMAL 
COMPLAINTS ARE FILED AGAINST COMMON CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 208; 47 USC 
260; 47 USC 271; 47 USC 274; 47 USC 275

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 0.291; 47 CFR 1.47; 47 CFR 1.720 to 1.736

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this proceeding the FCC revised the procedural rules 
governing the filing of formal complaints with the FCC. The objectives 
of the Order focused on promoting settlement efforts enhancing the 
contents of pleadings and streamlining complaint procedures generally. 
The rule amendments require parties (1) to engage in pre-filing 
activities, including settlement discussions and information exchange; 
(2) eliminate delays in service of formal complaints on carriers; (3) 
improve the format and content of pleadings; (4) eliminate pleading 
opportunities that are not useful or necessary; and (5) streamline the 
discovery process. See Report and Order dated 11/25/97. Final Action 
anticipated by 12/99. In this proceeding, the FCC also adopted 
procedures to govern the ``Accelerated Docket,'' in which complaints 
are resolved on an expedited basis, using tools such as pre-filing 
settlement conferences supervised by the Commission, as well as 
minitrials.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/26/96                    61 FR 67978
Report & Order                  11/25/97                      63 FR 990
Second Report & Order           07/14/98                    63 FR 41433


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Anita Cheng, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0960

RIN: 3060-AG65
_______________________________________________________________________




4317. COMPUTER III FURTHER REMAND PROCEEDINGS: BELL OPERATING COMPANY 
PROVISION OF ENHANCED SERVICES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 160; 47 USC 
161; 47 USC 202 to 205; 47 USC 251; 47 USC 271; 47 USC 272; 47 USC 274 
to 276

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 51; 47 CFR 53; 47 CFR 64

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On January 30, 1998, the FCC released a Further Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking (FNRPM) proposing to streamline the safeguards 
under which the Bell Operating Companies (BOCs) provide information (or 
enhanced) services, such as voice mail and electric messaging. The FCC 
sought comment on tentative conclusions relating to nonstructural 
safeguards, Comparably Efficient Interconnection (CEI) plans, and 
network information disclosure rules, among other things. Finally, the 
FNPRM sought to build a record on which to respond to a partial remand 
of certain orders by the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. On 
February 25, 1999, the Commission adopted a Report and Order which 
streamlined the Commission's CEI and network information disclosure 
rules. Although the BOCs must continue to comply with their CEI 
obligations, they are no longer required to obtain pre-approval of 
their CEI plans and amendments from the Commission before initiating or 
altering an intra-LATA information service. Instead, the Commission 
requires the BOCs to post their CEI plans on their publicly accessible 
Internet sites, and to notify the Common Carrier Bureau upon such 
posting. The Commission removed the network information disclosure 
rules set forth in the Computer II and Computer III proceedings, with 
the narrow exception of the Computer II rules that require carriers to 
disclose changes that could affect how customer premises equipment 
(CPE) is attached to the network.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/26/98                     63 FR 9749
Order                           03/24/99                    64 FR 14141


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

[[Page 65385]]

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Staci Pies, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, Policy and Program Planning Division, Common Carrier 
Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1580

RIN: 3060-AG72
_______________________________________________________________________




4318. NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING REGARDING DETARIFFING OF INTERSTATE 
EXCHANGE ACCESS SERVICES FOR NON-INCUMBENT LOCAL EXCHANGE CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 160; 47 USC 151 to 154

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Communications Commission proposes to establish 
mandatory detariffing for non-incumbent local exchange carrier 
providers of interstate exchange access services pursuant to a notice 
of proposed rulemaking issued by the FCC on June 19, 1997.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/19/97                    62 FR 38244


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: David Hunt, Attorney Adviser, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1520
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG73
_______________________________________________________________________




4319. IN THE MATTER OF THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICES, THE 
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990, AND THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT 
OF 1996

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 225

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.604

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This item will address the requirement that 
telecommunications relay services be capable of handling any type of 
call normally provided by common carriers, including coin-sent paid 
calls.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Helene Schrier Nankin, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1466
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG75
_______________________________________________________________________




4320. IN THE MATTER OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICES AND SPEECH-TO-
SPEECH SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH HEARING AND SPEECH DISABILITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 225; 47 USC 255; 47 USC 
610

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.601; 47 CFR 64.603; 47 CFR 64.604; 47 CFR 
64.605

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the NPRM, the FCC proposes ways to improve the 
Telecommunications Relay Services and extend services to more people 
with disabilities. The NPRM seeks comment on the following tentative 
conclusions: (1) the costs of speech-to-speech (STS) services and video 
relay interpreting (VRI) service should be recoverable from the TRS 
Fund; (2) all common carriers providing voice transmission services 
must insure that STS services are available throughout their service 
areas within two years of adoption of final rules in this proceeding; 
(3) the FCC should strengthen the current TRS minimum standards, 
including its speed-of-answer rules; and (4) the FCC should amend the 
TRS enforcement rules to improve the FCC's oversight of certified state 
TRS programs and its ability to compel compliance with the Federal 
mandatory minimum standards for TRS. The NPRM was released on May 20, 
1998. Comments and reply comments were filed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/20/98                    63 FR 32798
NPRM Comment Period End         09/14/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Marilyn Jones, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2357
Fax: 202 418-0484
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG76
_______________________________________________________________________




4321. TOLL FRAUD

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 201 
to 205; 47 USC 403; 47 USC 258

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 64.1900

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPRM proposes to address issues related to the prevention 
of toll fraud.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/02/93                    58 FR 65163


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Ward, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Common Carrier Bureau, 445 12th St., S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-2345
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG77
_______________________________________________________________________




4322. 1998 BIENNIAL REGULATORY REVIEW/REVIEW OF ACCOUNTING AND COST 
ALLOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 220; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 
161

[[Page 65386]]

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 32.11; 47 CFR 64.903; 47 CFR 904; 47 CFR 32.2114; 
47 CFR 32.2115; 47 CFR 32.2116; 47 CFR 32.6114; 47 CFR 32.6115; 47 CFR 
32.6116; 47 CFR 32.5280; 47 CFR 32.16; 47 CFR 32.2000(b)

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 1998.

Abstract: This NPRM proposes to modify the FCC's cost allocation and 
accounting rules as part of the biennial review process. Specifically, 
it proposes (1) to raise the threshold significantly for Class A 
accountings, thus allowing mid-sized carriers currently required to use 
Class A accounts to use the more streamlined Class B accounts; (2) to 
establish less burdensome cost allocation manual (CAM) procedures for 
the mid-sized incumbent local exchange carriers (LECs) and to reduce 
the frequency with which independent audits of the cost allocations are 
required; and (3) to make several changes to the uniform system of 
accounts to reduce accounting requirements and to eliminate or 
consolidate accounts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/98                    63 FR 45208
NPRM Comment Period End         09/04/98
Report & Order                  06/30/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Timothy Peterson, Federal Communications Commission, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1575

RIN: 3060-AG98
_______________________________________________________________________




4323. BIENNIAL REVIEW OF ARMIS REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 219; 47 USC 220; 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 
161; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 203; 47 USC 204; 47 USC 205; 47 USC 
215; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 43.21

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 1998.

Abstract: The FCC proposes as part of its biennial regulatory review to 
reduce reporting requirement for incumbent local exchange carriers with 
annual operating revenues in excess of the annual indexed revenue 
threshold, currently $109 million. These modifications are designed to 
minimize the reporting burden on carriers, improve the quality and use 
of the reported financial and operating data, and reduce the costs of 
collection, verification, and distribution of the data. Eliminating the 
existing requirement to file paper reports and distribute ARMIS data by 
electronic means are two additional goals of this proposal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/17/98                    63 FR 44220
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/04/98
Report & Order                  06/30/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mika Savir, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0384
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG99
_______________________________________________________________________




4324. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATIONS 
SUPPORT SYSTEMS, INTERCONNECTION, OPERATOR SERVICES, AND DIRECTORY 
ASSISTANCE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 
202; 47 USC 251; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On April 17, 1998, the FCC released an NPRM seeking comment 
on a set of model performance measurements and reporting requirements 
for OSS, interconnection, and access to operator services and to 
directory assistance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/17/98                    63 FR 27021


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Stanley, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1496

RIN: 3060-AH00
_______________________________________________________________________




4325. ACCESS CHARGE REFORM FOR RATE-OF-RETURN LOCAL EXCHANGE CARRIERS

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553; 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 
USC 201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 203; 47 USC 204; 47 USC 205; 47 USC 251; 47 
USC 254(g); 47 USC 403; ...

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 61.1; 47 CFR 36.372; 47 CFR 69.2; 47 CFR 69.4; 47 
CFR 36.111; 47 CFR 69.110; 47 CFR 69.112; 47 CFR 69.120; 47 CFR 69.125; 
47 CFR 69.153(c); 47 CFR 69.307(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In order to make the access charge rules compatible with a 
competitive marketplace as envisioned by the Telecommunications Act of 
1996, the FCC on May 26, 1998, initiated a rulemaking to revise 
interstate access charge rules applicable to incumbent local exchange 
carriers subject to rate-of-return regulation. The NPRM proposes to 
permit rate-of-return LECs to adjust their subscriber line charge 
ceilings on non-primary residential and multi-line business lines to 
the level necessary to recover their average per-line interstate-
allocated common line costs, subject to an inflation-adjusted $9.00 
ceiling. The NPRM also proposes to permit rate-of-return LECs to 
recover common line revenues through a presubscribed interexchange 
carrier charge. The NPRM also proposes that per-minute residual carrier 
common line and residual transport interconnection charges will be 
eliminated as the presubscribed interexchange carrier charge ceilings 
increase. The NPRM seeks comment on proposals to allow presubscribed 
interexchange carrier

[[Page 65387]]

charges on special access lines and to adjust the allocation of General 
Support Facilities costs recovered through interstate access charges to 
ensure that regulated access rates do not recover costs related to 
nonregulated services. The NPRM proposes that rate-of-return local 
exchange carriers recover marketing costs allocated to the interstate 
jurisdiction from end users on a per-line basis. In addition, to 
establish a new switched access rate element to accommodate a new 
service offering, the streamlined petition provisions of section 
69.4(g) are proposed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/98                    63 FR 38774


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Lynne Milne, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., CCB-Competitive Pricing Division, 
Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7055
TDD Phone: 202 418-0484
Fax: 202 418-1567
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH01
_______________________________________________________________________




4326. DEPLOYMENT OF WIRELINE SERVICES OFFERING ADVANCED 
TELECOMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITY

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 153; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 
201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 271; 47 USC 272; 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 160

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On March 31, 1999, the Commission released a First Report and 
Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), in CC Docket 
No. 98-147, adopting several measures to enable competitive providers 
of advanced services such as high-speed internet access, to deploy new 
technologies on a faster, more cost-effective basis to consumers. This 
order is intended to create marketplace conditions conducive to the 
nationwide deployment of advanced telecommunications services 
consistent with the goals of section 706. Because the Commission 
concluded that the record does not sufficiently address long-term 
spectrum compatibility issues, the Commission adopted a companion 
Further NPRM that seeks comment on issues related to developing long-
term standards and practices for spectrum compatibility and management. 
In the Further NPRM, the Commission also tentatively concludes that it 
is technically feasible for two different carriers sharing a single 
line to provide traditional voice service and advanced services. The 
Further Notice seeks comment on the operational, pricing, legal and 
policy ramifications of mandating such line sharing at the federal 
level.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/07/98                    63 FR 45140
Order                           08/07/98                    63 FR 45134
R&O and Further NPRM            04/30/99                    64 FR 23229


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Staci Pies, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, Policy and Program Planning Division, Common Carrier 
Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1580

RIN: 3060-AH03
_______________________________________________________________________




4327. PRESCRIBING THE AUTHORIZED RATE OF RETURN FOR INTERSTATE SERVICES 
OF LOCAL EXCHANGE CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 201(b); 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 202 to 
205; 47 USC 218 to 220; 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 65.301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Notice initiates a proceeding to represcribe the 
authorized rate of return for interstate access services provided by 
ILECs. It marks the first prescription proceeding since we revised the 
rules governing procedures and methodologies for prescribing and 
enforcing the rate of return for ILECs not subject to price cap 
regulation, and the first prescription proceeding since the Commission 
adopted its price cap rules for local exchange carriers. In this 
Notice, we seek comment on the methods by which we could calculate the 
ILECs' cost of capital. In the Notice, we propose corrections to errors 
in the codified formulas for the cost of debt and cost of preferred 
stock and seek comment on whether this proceeding warrants a change in 
the low-end formula adjustment for local exchange carriers subject to 
price caps.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/98                    63 FR 55988
NPRM Comment Period End         04/08/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas G. David, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7116
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH18
_______________________________________________________________________




4328. SBC COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PETITION FOR BIENNIAL REVIEW

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 219; 47 USC 220; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 
203; 47 USC 204; 47 USC 205; 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 4(i); 47 USC 4(j); 
47 USC 403; 47 USC 161

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 65.101; 47 CFR 65.820(d); 47 CFR 61; 47 CFR 64.901 
to 904; 47 CFR 32.27; 47 CFR 0; 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 13; 47 CFR 22; 47 CFR 
24; 47 CFR 26; 47 CFR 27; 47 CFR 80; 47 CFR 87; 47 CFR 90; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission seeks comment on proposals to modify its rules 
for rates of return, cash working capital studies, affiliate 
transaction rules, cost allocation rules, detariffing of certain 
services, and to consolidate wireless radio rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/24/98                    63 FR 68418

[[Page 65388]]

NPRM Comment Period End         01/25/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Anthony John Dale, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2260
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH19
_______________________________________________________________________




4329. 1998 BIENNIAL REGULATORY REVIEW - REVIEW OF DEPRECIATION 
REQUIREMENTS FOR INCUMBENT LOCAL EXCHANGE CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 220(h); 47 USC 161; 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 
USC 201 to 205; 47 USC 215; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 43.43; 47 CFR 32.2000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, we propose to reduce 
or streamline further our depreciation prescription process by 
permitting summary filings and eliminating the prescription of 
depreciation rates for incumbent LECs, provided that the carrier uses 
depreciation factors that are within the ranges adopted by the 
Commission, expanding the prescribed range for the digital switching 
plant account, and eliminating salvage from the depreciation process. 
We also seek comment on whether we should permit carriers to set their 
own depreciation rates if they are willing to waive the automatic low-
end adjustment. These proposed modifications are designed to minimize 
the reporting burden on carriers and to provide incumbent LECs with a 
greater flexibility to adjust their depreciation rates while allowing 
the Commission to maintain adequate oversight.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/14/98                    63 FR 56900
NPRM Comment Period End         12/08/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas G. David, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7116
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH20
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Completed Actions


COMMON CARRIER BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4330. INTEGRATED SERVICES DIGITAL NETWORK (ISDN)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 201 to 205

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 69

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On May 30, 1995, the Commission released a Notice of Proposed 
Rulemaking seeking comment on the application of Subscriber Line 
Charges (SLCs) to services that provide multiple voice-grade-equivalent 
channels over a single facility. These services, such as integrated 
services digital network (ISDN) service, permit customers to obtain 
digital transmission over existing copper wire, through the use of 
advanced equipment. In addition to obtaining multiple channels over a 
single local loop or T-1 facility, these services can transmit data at 
higher speeds and with greater accuracy. Also on May 30, 1995, the 
Common Carrier Bureau released a Public Notice stating that, pending 
Commission action in the rulemaking, the Bureau generally would not 
initiate enforcement action against LECs that are not complying with 
existing Commission rules regarding the application of SLCs to ISDN 
service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/30/95                    60 FR 21274
First R&O                       06/11/97                    62 FR 31868


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Aaron Goldschmidt, Staff Attorney, Federal 
Communications Commission, Competitive Pricing Division, 445 12th 
Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7146

RIN: 3060-AG08
_______________________________________________________________________




4331. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 402(B)(2)(A) OF THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS 
ACT OF 1996

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 160; 
47 USC 201 to 205; 47 USC 214; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 403; 47 USC 571

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On June 30, 1999, the Commission adopted deregulatory rules 
under section 214 of the Act. The final rules (1) grant ``blanket'' 
market entry authority for all new lines of all domestic carriers, (2) 
codify statutory exemptions from section 214 for line ``extensions'' 
and video programming systems, and (3) provide that domestic service 
dicontinuances will be approved automatically, in 31 days for non-
dominant carriers and 60 days for dominant carriers, unless the 
Commission notifies the carriers otherwise.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/13/97                     62 FR 4965
NPRM Comment Period End         03/17/97
Final Action                    06/30/99                    64 FR 39938

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 65389]]

Public Compliance Cost: ; Yearly Recurring Cost: $133,300

Agency Contact: Martin Schwimmer, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2334
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG62
_______________________________________________________________________




4332. ELIMINATION OF PART 41: TELEGRAPH AND TELEPHONE FRANKS

Priority: Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will eliminate existing text in the CFR.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 11; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 210; 47 USC 218

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 41

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In an Order, the FCC has eliminated part 41 of the FCC's 
rules. Part 41 governed the issuance of franks for interstate and 
foreign telegraph and telephone service by communications common 
carriers. The Commission concluded that competition among service 
providers renders part 41's restrictions unnecessary to protect 
competitors or consumers. The Order is part of the FCC's Biennial 
Review of its regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/21/98                     63 FR 4157
NPRM Comment Period End         09/10/98
Final Action                    12/22/98                    64 FR 13916

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Scott Bergmann, Attorney-Adviser, Federal 
Communications Commission, Industry Analysis Division, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0940
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH04
_______________________________________________________________________




4333. STREAMLINED CONTRIBUTOR REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 11; 47 USC 201; 47 USC 218; 47 USC 225; 47 USC 
251; 47 USC 254

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1.47; 47 CFR 52.16; 47 CFR 52.17; 47 CFR 52.32; 47 
CFR 54.705; 47 CFR 54.709; 47 CFR 54.711; 47 CFR 54.713

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC issued a Report and Order that simplifies the filing 
requirements associated with the Telecommunications Relay Services 
Fund, Federal universal service support mechanisms, the cost recovery 
mechanism for the North American Numbering Plan administration, and the 
cost mechanism for long-term local number portability administration. 
This proceeding is part of the FCC's 1998 Biennial Review of its 
regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/25/98                    63 FR 54090
NPRM Comment Period End         11/16/98
Final Action                    07/14/99                    64 FR 41320

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Scott Bergmann, Attorney-Adviser, Federal 
Communications Commission, Industry Analysis Division, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0940
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH06
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


COMPLIANCE AND INFORMATION BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4334. IN THE MATTER OF AMENDMENT OF PART 73, SUBPART G, OF THE 
COMMISSION'S RULES REGARDING THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 544; 47 USC 
606

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 11; 47 CFR 73; 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission has adopted new rules that replace the old 
Emergency Broadcast System (EBS) with a new Emergency Alert System 
(EAS) to alert the public in emergencies. The Report and Order adopted 
requires broadcast stations and many cable TV systems to participate, 
and streamlines operational procedures for system participants. It also 
removes the old part of the Commission's rules concerning EBS in its 
entirety and incorporates the new rules into a new part of the FCC's 
CFR. The purpose of the new rules is to prescribe how existing 
communications services such as broadcasting, cable, and other public 
service providers will function under the technical standards and 
operational procedures of the new system. Reconsideration has been 
requested. Additionally, with the Report and Order, the Commission 
issued a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comments 
regarding whether the Multipoint Distribution Service (MDS), Satellite 
Master Antenna TV (SMATV) system and Video Dial Tone should also be 
required to participate in EAS. It also sought comments on several 
cable issues such as whether a defined class of small cable systems 
should be exempted from participation in EAS, and how the Commission 
should define small cable systems. The FCC subsequently adopted a 
Second Report and Order to modify EAS as it applied to cable systems; 
address whether other video providers should be required to participate 
in the system; and adopt rules to address issues of concern to persons 
with hearing disabilities. The FCC also issued a Second Further NPRM 
requesting comment regarding rules that would require cable systems to 
prevent the interruption of local broadcast station emergency 
programming when activating their EAS equipment during voluntary state

[[Page 65390]]

or local activations. In the Third Report and Order, the FCC declined 
to adopt rules that would require cable systems to prevent the 
interruption of local broadcast station emergency programming.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/09/91
NPRM/FNPRM                      09/17/92                    57 FR 53874
FNPRM                           12/28/94                    59 FR 67104
R&O                             12/28/94                    59 FR 67090
MO&O                            11/06/95                    60 FR 55996
Second FNPRM                    03/04/98                    63 FR 15806
Second R&O                      09/24/98                    63 FR 29660
Third R&O                       02/08/99                     64 FR 5950


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local

Agency Contact: Frank Lucia, Acting Chief, Emergency Alert System 
Staff, Federal Communications Commission, Compliance and Information 
Bureau, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1220

RIN: 3060-AF21
_______________________________________________________________________




4335. IN THE MATTER OF THE COMMISSION'S FORFEITURE POLICY STATEMENT AND 
AMENDMENT OF SECTION 1.80 OF THE RULES TO INCORPORATE THE FORFEITURE 
GUIDELINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 503

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC amended its regulations regarding monetary 
forfeitures by adding a note to section 1.80 of the Commission's Rules, 
48 CFR 1.80, to incorporate guidelines for assessing monetary 
forfeitures for Communications Act and Rules violations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/23/95                    60 FR 10056
NPRM Comment Period End         03/17/95
R&O Adopted, Recon. Pending     06/19/97                    62 FR 43474


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Pamera Hairston, Chief, Compliance Division, Compliance 
and Information Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th 
Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1150

RIN: 3060-AF65
_______________________________________________________________________




4336. IN THE MATTER OF AMENDMENT OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES CONCERNING 
THE INSPECTION OF RADIO INSTALLATIONS ON LARGE CARGO AND SMALL PASSENGER 
SHIPS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 80; 47 CFR 0

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC issued a proposed rulemaking proposing to amend 
current Rules regarding the inspection of ships for compliance with the 
Communications Act and the International Convention for the Safety of 
Life at Sea. The Commission sought to streamline ship inspection 
procedures, remove unnecessary rules, improve service to the maritime 
community, and preserve maritime safety. The Commission proposed that 
its role in ship inspections be completely replaced by the private 
sector. The FCC proposed rules that specify what class of FCC license 
is required for each ship inspection. It also proposed that GMDSS-
equipped ships must be inspected by an FCC-licensed technician with a 
GMDSS Radio Maintainer License. The FCC adopted a Report and Order 
which requires that large cargo and small passenger ships arrange for 
an inspection of such ships by an FCC-licensed technician. The FCC 
adopted the Report and Order to incorporate, in its rules, changes to 
the Communications Act related to the inspection of ships and to 
improve the FCC's ship inspection process. The rules will increase the 
eligibility of competent private sector inspectors to conduct 
inspections of cargo vessels and small passenger vessels required to be 
inspected by the FCC without adversely affecting safety, and thus 
provide greater convenience for the maritime industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Order Comment Period Extended to 
7/1/96                          06/04/95                    60 FR 28122
NOI                             06/20/95
NPRM                            05/09/96                    61 FR 21151
NPRM Comment Period End         06/09/96
R&O                             04/20/98                    63 FR 29656


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George R. Dillon, Compliance & Information Bureau, 
Federal Communications Commission, Compliance and Information Bureau, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1113

RIN: 3060-AG13
_______________________________________________________________________




4337. AMENDMENT OF PART 2, SUBPART K OF THE FCC'S RULES REGARDING THE 
IMPORTATION OF RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES CAPABLE OF CAUSING HARMFUL 
INTERFERENCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 157(a); 47 USC 
302; 47 USC 303(b); 47 USC 303(f); 47 USC 303(g); 47 USC 303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC adopted an Order and Notice of Proposed Rule Making 
which changes from the Compliance

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and Information Bureau to the Office of Engineering and Technology the 
responsibility for reviewing and deciding upon waiver requests 
regarding imported uncertified devices. Importers will now seek a 
waiver of the limit on uncertified devices that can be brought into the 
U.S. for demos, sales, and sales conventions. The Order and NPRM seek 
comments on proposals that would (1) eliminate the requirement that 
parties importing radio frequency devices file a copy of the form 740 
with the FCC, and (2) eliminate a loophole in one of the FCC's ``import 
conditions rules'' that allow the importation and sale in the U.S. of 
uncertified equipment if the buyer promises not to use it in the United 
States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/01/98                    63 FR 35901


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local

Agency Contact: David Sturdivant, Engineer, Compliance Division, 
Compliance and Information Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1227
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH07
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)             Proposed Rule Stage


OFFICE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY



_______________________________________________________________________




4338.  CLOSED CAPTIONING FOR DTV RECEIVERS; ET DOCKET NO. 99-254

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 303(u); 47 USC 330(b)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend Part 15 of the rules to 
adopt technical standards for the display of closed captions on digital 
television (DTV) receivers. We also propose to require the inclusion of 
closed captioning decoder circuitry in DTV receivers. The proposals 
will help ensure access to digital programming for people with 
disabilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/99                    64 FR 41897
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/99

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 99-254

Agency Contact: Neal McNeil, Engineer, Federal Communications 
Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2408
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH24
_______________________________________________________________________




4339.  WIRELESS MEDICAL TELEMETRY SERVICE; ET DOCKET 99-255

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 
USC 304; ...

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 15; 47 CFR 90; 47 CFR 95

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend Parts 2 and 95 of the rules 
to allocate spectrum and to establish rules for a Wireless Medical 
Telemetry Service. This action is intended to allow potentially life 
critical medical telemetry equipment, which currently operates on a 
secondary basis, unprotected from interference, to operate on a blanket 
licensed, interference protected basis.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/99                    64 FR 41891
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/99

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hugh L. Van Tuyl, Federal Communications Commission, 
OET, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7506

RIN: 3060-AH27
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


OFFICE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY



_______________________________________________________________________




4340. CABLE SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY WITH TV RECEIVERS AND VCRS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 624

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, October 4, 1993, In accordance with 
the Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act of 1992, 
Section 17, a report to Congress is mandated by October 1993. In 
accordance with the Cable Television Consumer Protection and 
Competition Act of 1992, Section 17, a report to Congress is mandated 
by October 1993.

Abstract: Implementation of section 17 of the Cable Television Consumer 
Protection and Competition Act of 1992; compatibility between cable 
systems and consumer electronic equipment.

[[Page 65392]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             01/29/93                     58 FR 7205
Technical Report                10/31/93
NPRM                            12/01/93                    58 FR 65153
R&O                             05/04/94                    59 FR 25339
MO&O                            04/26/96                    61 FR 18508


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Doc. 93-7

Agency Contact: Alan Stillwell, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2925
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF38
_______________________________________________________________________




4341. WIND PROFILER RADAR SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of section 2.106 of the Commission's Rules to 
allocate spectrum for Wind Profiler Systems. Allocation of this 
spectrum for wind profilers will facilitate the automated collection of 
weather information, including data on severe storms that threaten life 
or property that is not obtainable in any other manner.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/01/93                    58 FR 19644


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: ET DOC. 93-5

Agency Contact: Sean White, Federal Communications Commission, OET, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2453
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF45
_______________________________________________________________________




4342. MILLIMETER WAVE SPECTRUM ALLOCATION

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 4; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 307; 47 USC 
154; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 15; 47 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Third R&O adopted rules that will encourage the 
commercial development and use of millimeter wave frequencies above 40 
Mhz, and adopted rules to establish a spectrum etiquette for unlicensed 
operation in the 59-64 GHz band.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/08/94                    59 FR 61304
Public Notice                   06/23/95                    60 FR 35166
2nd NPRM                        03/29/96                    61 FR 14041
1st R&O                         04/02/96                    61 FR 14500
Comment Period End              05/28/96
Reply Comments                  06/27/96
2nd R&O                         08/02/97                    62 FR 43116
MO&O                            08/27/97                    62 FR 45330
4th NPRM                        08/27/97                    62 FR 45380
Public Notice on Recon          10/02/97                    62 FR 51661
3rd Report & Order              08/07/98                    63 FR 42276


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Doc. 94-124

Agency Contact: John Reed, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th 
Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2455
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF61
_______________________________________________________________________




4343. DIGITAL EQUIPMENT DEREGULATION

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Action to explore possibility of more efficient and flexible 
approach to authorization of certain digital equipment. (Item will 
incorporate IBM/CBEMA CPU boards, Gen. Doc. 90-413.)

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/07/95                    60 FR 15116
R&O                             05/14/96                    61 FR 31044
Order                           06/19/97                    62 FR 33368
MO&O                            08/04/97                    62 FR 41879


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ET Doc. 95-1

Agency Contact: Anthony Serafini, Federal Communications Commission, 
OET, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2456
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF73
_______________________________________________________________________




4344. MSS SPECTRUM ALLOCATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 304

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of part 2.106 of the Commission's rules to allocate 
spectrum at 2 GHz for use by the Mobile Satellite Service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/95                    60 FR 11644
Order                           03/08/95                    60 FR 13687
R&O and FNPRM                   04/22/97                    62 FR 19538
1st R&O                         04/22/97                    62 FR 19509
MO&O                            12/17/98                    63 FR 69606


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ET Doc. 95-18

Agency Contact: Sean White, Federal Communications Commission, OET,

[[Page 65393]]

445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2453
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF75
_______________________________________________________________________




4345. MEDICAL CARE TELEMETRY DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 
USC 304; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Report and Order amends part 15 of the rules to expand 
the availability of frequencies and to increase the permitted power for 
unlicensed biomedical telemetry devices operating on VHF television 
channels within health care facilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/25/96                     61 FR 3367
NPRM Comment Period End         04/16/96
Reply Comments                  05/16/96
R&O                             10/30/97                    62 FR 58656


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 95-177

Agency Contact: Anthony Serafini, Federal Communications Commission, 
OET, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2456
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG18
_______________________________________________________________________




4346. UNLICENSED NII AT 5 GHZ

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The MO&O amends the rules to permit fixed, point to point 
unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) devices in the 
5.725-5.285 GHz band to operate with one-watt maximum transmitter 
output power and directional antennas of up to 23 db:gain. It clarifies 
the rules regarding unwanted emissions and specifies these limits in 
terms of absolute radiated power levels. These actions will add to the 
flexibility and capability of U-NII operations without causing an 
increase in harmful interference to incumbent operations sharing the 
same spectrum.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/06/96                    61 FR 24749
R&O                             01/31/97                     62 FR 4649
Public Notice                   03/17/97                    62 FR 12641
MO&O                            07/31/98                    63 FR 40831


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: RM-8468 and RM-8653 ET Docket 96-102

Agency Contact: Tom Derenge, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2451
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG19
_______________________________________________________________________




4347. ALLOCATION OF 455-456 MHZ AND 459-460 MHZ

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 303; 47 USC 154(i)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC proposes to amend its rules to allocate the 455-456 
MHz and 459-460 MHz bands to the Mobile Satellite Services (Earth-to-
Space) (MSS Uplinks) on a primary basis for non-voice, non-
geostationary satellite services (NVNG MSS).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/31/97                    62 FR 58932
Comment Period End              11/30/97
Reply Comment Period End        12/15/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: See ET Docket No. 97-214.

Agency Contact: Tom Derenge, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2451
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG89
_______________________________________________________________________




4348. DEDICATED SHORT RANGE COMMUNICATIONS OF INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION 
SERVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 157; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC proposes to allocate 75 megahertz of spectrum for use 
by Dedicated Short Range Communications of Intelligent Transportation 
Systems (ITS). DSRC systems are being designed that require a short 
range, wireless link to transfer information between vehicles and 
roadside systems. ITS services are expected to improve traveler safety, 
decrease traffic congestion, and facilitate reduction of air pollution 
and conservation of fossil fuels. This action furthers the goal of the 
U.S. Congress, the Department of Transportation, and the ITS industry 
to improve the efficiency of the nation's transportation infrastructure 
and facilitate the growth of the ITS industry. See ET Docket 98-95.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/98                    63 FR 35558
Comment Period End              09/14/98
Reply Comment Period End        10/31/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Derenge, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2451
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG94


_______________________________________________________________________



[[Page 65394]]

4349. REGULATIONS FOR RF LIGHTING DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
304; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC proposes to update the regulations for RF lighting 
devices. This action is taken in response to new developments in RF 
lighting technology. Recent developments and advances in RF lighting 
technology offer potential economic and environmental benefits for 
consumers and industry. The current FCC rules do not easily accommodate 
these advancements, and thus hinder the further development and 
implementation of these promising new products. See ET Docket No. 98-
42.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/24/98                    63 FR 20362
First Report & Order            07/12/99                    64 FR 37417


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Anthony Serafini, Federal Communications Commission, 
OET, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2456
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG95
_______________________________________________________________________




4350. EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION STREAMLINE II/MUTUAL RECOGNITION 
AGREEMENTS AND THE GMPCS MOU

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
304; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25; 47 CFR 68

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend the rules to provide the 
option of private sector approval of equipment that currently requires 
an approval by the Commission. It also proposes rule changes to 
implement a mutual recognition agreement (MRA) for product approvals 
with the European Community (EC) and to allow for similar agreements 
with other foreign trade parties. These actions are intended to 
eliminate the need for manufacturers to wait for approval from the FCC 
before marketing equipment in the United States, thereby reducing the 
time needed to bring a product to market.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/10/98                    63 FR 31685
R&O                             02/02/99                     64 FR 4984


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Additional Information: GEN Docket No 98-68

Agency Contact: Hugh L. Van Tuyl, Federal Communications Commission, 
OET, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7506

RIN: 3060-AG96
_______________________________________________________________________




4351. UNIDEN SCANNERS/CELLULAR RADIO SIGNALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
304; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC proposes to amend the rules to further prevent 
scanning receivers from receiving radio telephone calls. ET Docket No. 
98-76

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/10/98                    63 FR 31684
Report & Order                  04/27/99                    64 FR 22559


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Rodney P. Conway, Federal Communications Commission, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2904
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG97
_______________________________________________________________________




4352. INDUSTRY COORDINATION COMMITTEE SYSTEM FOR BROADCAST DIGITAL 
TELEVISION SERVICE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 
USC 307; 47 USC 336

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73; 47 CFR 74

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We seek comment on the establishment of an industry 
coordination committee to assist the Commission in the implementation 
of digital television (DTV) service. This committee system would 
evaluate proposed changes to the DTV Table of Allotments and perform 
other related functions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/09/99                     64 FR 6296
Comment Period End              03/29/99
Reply Comment Period End        04/28/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 99-34

Agency Contact: Alan Stillwell, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2925
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH13
_______________________________________________________________________




4353. 3650-3700 GOVERNMENT TRANSFER BAND

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 157(a); 47 USC 303(c); 47 USC 
303(f); 47 USC 303(g); 47 USC 303(r)

[[Page 65395]]

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to allocate the 3650-3700 MHz band to 
the non-Government fixed service on a primary basis. We envision that 
this spectrum will be used to provide a broad range of new fixed point-
to-point and point-to-multipoint services directly linking residences, 
businesses, and other fixed locations to an ever developing array of 
networks.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/14/99                     64 FR 2462
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/01/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 98-237

Agency Contact: Thomas Mooring, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2450
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH14
_______________________________________________________________________




4354. RADIONAVIGATION SERVICE AT 31.8 - 32.2 GHZ

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 87

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend Parts 2 and 87 of the 
Commission's rules in order to delete the unused non-government 
radionavigation service allocation at 31.8-32.3 GHz and to also remove 
this frequency segment from the list of available frequencies set forth 
in the rules for the Aviation Services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/30/98                    63 FR 65726
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/04/99
R&O                              To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 98-197

Agency Contact: Thomas Mooring, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2450
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH15
_______________________________________________________________________




4355. CERTIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT IN THE 24.05-24.25 GHZ BAND AT FIELD 
STRENGTHS UP TO 2500 MV/M

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend Part 15 of our rules to 
allow the operation of fixed point-to-point transmitters in the 24.05-
24.25 GHz band at field strength of up to 2500 mV/m.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/21/98                    63 FR 50185
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/04/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 98-156

Agency Contact: Neal McNeil, Engineer, Federal Communications 
Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2408
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH16
_______________________________________________________________________




4356. FIXED SATELLITE SERVICE AND TERRESTRIAL SYSTEM IN THE KU-BAND

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 157; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to permit non-geostationary satellite 
orbit (NGSO) fixed satellite service (FSS) operations in certain 
segments of the Ku-band and proposes rules and policies to govern such 
operations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/12/99                     64 FR 1786
Order                           02/16/99                    64 FR 07577
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/15/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 98-206

Agency Contact: Tom Derenge, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2451
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH17
_______________________________________________________________________




4357.  SPREAD SPECTRUM DEVICES; ET DOCKET NO. 99-254

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend Part 15 rules regarding the 
operation of non-licensed spread spectrum systems. The NPRM proposes to 
revise the rules for frequency hopping systems operating in the 2.4 GHz 
band (2400-2483.5 MHz) to allow for wider operational bandwidths. This 
action is taken to facilitate the continued development of spread 
spectrum technology, particularly for high data rate wireless 
applications.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/20/99                    64 FR 38877
NPRM Comment Period End         11/02/99

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Neal McNeil, Engineer, Federal Communications 
Commission, Office of Engineering and Technology, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2408
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH25
_______________________________________________________________________




4358.  50-71 GHZ REALIGNMENT; ET DOCKET NO. 99-261

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2.106

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission proposes to amend the United States Table of 
Frequency Allocations with respect to the 50-71 GHz band. The 
allocations proposed would provide additional spectrum to the inter-
satellite service and to the fixed and mobile services, while 
continuing to provide an acceptable environment for passive spaceborne 
sensor measurements of atmospheric temperature.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/11/99                    64 FR 43643
NPRM Comment Period End         09/22/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas Mooring, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2450
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH26
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL



_______________________________________________________________________




4359. AMENDMENT OF THE COMMISSION'S EX PARTE RULES IN JOINT BOARD 
PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 
403

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1.1206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC proposes to amend its ex parte rules to facilitate 
communications by the states in Joint Board proceedings and proceedings 
before the FCC involving a recommendation from a Joint Board.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/98                    63 FR 38142
NPRM Comment Period End         08/31/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David S. Senzel, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, OGC, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1760

RIN: 3060-AH02
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


INTERNATIONAL BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4360. STREAMLINING THE COMMISSION'S RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR SATELLITE 
APPLICATION AND LICENSING PROCEDURES; IB DOCKET NO. 95-117

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will eliminate existing text in the CFR.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 701 to 744; 47 USC 554; 47 USC 303; 
47 USC 4

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On February 10, 1997, the FCC adopted rules and policies that 
streamlined the application and licensing requirements of part 25 of 
its rules, which deals with communication satellites and earth 
stations. The streamlined rules waived the construction permit 
requirement for satellite space stations; changed the license term for 
temporary fixed earth stations; and adjusted or changed the rules 
concerning minor modifications and basic requirements for satellite 
service applications. The streamlined rules also resulted in the 
creation of a new application form, FCC Form 312. Form 312 eliminated 
from the International Bureau's use, the FCC Form 493, FCC Form 430, 
FCC Form 702, and FCC Form 704. Petitions for reconsideration were 
filed in this matter. In March 1997 the Commission released a Public 
Notice concerning these petitions, which are presently pending before 
the International Bureau.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/09/95                    60 FR 46252
R&O, Recon Pending              02/10/97                     62 FR 5924
Public Notice/Petitions For 
Recon                           03/26/97                    62 FR 14430


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

[[Page 65397]]

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: Frank Peace, Electronics Engineer, Federal 
Communications Commission, 7-A430, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-0730
Fax: 202 418-7270
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AD70
_______________________________________________________________________




4361. SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS -- NGO MSS; CC DOCKET NO. 92-166

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 301; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25; 47 CFR 93; 47 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission adopted rules in 1994 for a voice-and-data 
mobile satellite service (MSS) in the 1610-1626.5 MHz and 2483.5-2500 
MHz frequency bands. Licenses have been issued for five systems. The 
Commission issued a decision in 1996 ruling on petitions for 
reconsideration of the Report and Order and making some changes in the 
rules. Several petitions for further reconsideration are still pending.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/14/94                    59 FR 11746
NPRM Comment Period End         06/04/94
R&O                             10/21/94                    59 FR 53294
Begin Review                    12/01/94
First Recon Order               03/12/96                     61 FR 9944


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: William Bell, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Room 586, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0741
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF42
_______________________________________________________________________




4362. ESTABLISHING RULES AND POLICIES FOR THE USE OF SPECTRUM FOR MOBILE 
SATELLITE SERVICE IN THE L-BAND; IB DOCKET NO. 96-132

Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 316; 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission seeks to develop a record and to solicit 
comments on the proposed policies. The proposed policies are designed 
to ensure that sufficient spectrum is available to operate a viable and 
independent U.S.-licensed mobile satellite service system in the L-
band. The proposed policies, to the extent possible, also seek to make 
any additional spectrum coordinated internationally available for 
mobile satellite service systems. The proposed policies impose no 
additional burdens. In order to be effective, these rules must apply to 
all licenses and thus there is no significant alternative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/18/96                    61 FR 40772
NPRM Comment Period End         09/23/96


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Jennifer Gilsenan, Staff Attorney, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0757
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF89
_______________________________________________________________________




4363. PREEMPTION OF LOCAL ZONING REGULATION OF SATELLITE EARTH STATIONS; 
IB NO. 95-59

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 165(j); 47 USC 
303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25.104; 47 CFR 1.4000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission adopted rules in March and August of 1996 to 
preempt regulations that restricted the installation and use of certain 
over-the-air reception devices. Staff work on the reconsideration of 
the March 1996 Report and Order is assigned to the International 
Bureau; work on the September 1996 Report and Order is assigned to the 
Cable Services Bureau.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/15/95                    60 FR 28077
NPRM Comment Period End         08/15/95
FNPRM                           03/15/96                    61 FR 10710
R&O                             03/18/96                    61 FR 10896
R&O, Recon Pending              09/04/96                    61 FR 46559


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Selina Khan, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 6-B459, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7282
Fax: 202 418-0748
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF92
_______________________________________________________________________




4364. ESTABLISHMENT OF RULES AND POLICIES FOR THE DIGITAL AUDIO RADIO 
SATELLITE SERVICE IN THE 2310-2360 MHZ FREQUENCY BAND; IB DOCKET NO. 95-
91; GEN DOCKET NO. 90-357

Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 151(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 157; 
47 USC 309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25.144

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission is proposing rules to govern satellite digital 
establishment and regulation of new digital audio radio services. 
Previously, the Office of Engineering and Technology allocated the 
spectrum on

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which the activities herein of the International Bureau are based. 
Since the spectrum allocation is completed, the Office of Engineering 
and Technology has no further role. See 62 FR 11083 and 62 FR 24073.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/15/95                    60 FR 35166
R&O, Recon Pending              03/11/97                    62 FR 11083
FNPRM Terrestrial Repeater 
Licensing                       04/18/97                    62 FR 19095


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Rockie Patterson, Engineer, Federal Communications 
Commission, 6-B524, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1183
Fax: 202 418-0748
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF93
_______________________________________________________________________




4365. REDESIGNATION OF THE 27.5-29.5 GHZ FREQUENCY BAND; CC DOCKET NO. 
92-297

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25; 47 CFR 21; 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission adopted a band plan which designates band 
segments in the 27.5-30.0 GHz frequency band for several types of 
wireless systems. This decision clears the way for licensing local 
multipoint distribution service (LMDS) providing fixed satellite 
service (FSS) systems and feeder limits for certain mobile satellite 
service systems. The commercialization of this spectrum enables 
consumers to receive emerging domestic and global technology via 
multiple service providers. In October 1997, the Commission adopted a 
Third Report and Order promulgating satellite service rules in this 
frequency band. These rules include many of the rules already in place. 
In Part 25 of the fixed satellite service, including financial and 
technical requirements, additional rules were also adopted for 
satellites operating in the Ka-band.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/95                    60 FR 43740
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/95
R&O Band Plan                   08/28/96                    61 FR 44177
3rd R&O                         11/18/97                    62 FR 61488


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Jennifer M. Gilsenan, Staff Attorney, Federal 
Communications Commission, 6-A520, 445 12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-0757
Fax: 202 418-0748
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF94
_______________________________________________________________________




4366. AMENDMENT OF POLICY TO ALLOW NON-U.S. LICENSED SPACE STATIONS TO 
PROVIDE SERVICE IN THE UNITED STATES; IB DOCKET NO. 96-111; CC DOCKET 
NO. 93-23

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154 (i); 47 USC 303; 47 USC 308

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25.113; 47 CFR 25.115; 47 CFR 25.130; 47 CFR 
25.131; 47 CFR 25.137

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC adopted a Report and Order establishing a public 
interest framework for evaluating requests by non-U.S. satellites to 
serve the U.S. market. The Order implements the WTO Agreement under 
which the U.S. committed to allow foreign suppliers to provide basic 
telecommunications services, including satellite services in the U.S. 
The FCC adopted a presumption in favor of entry for non-U.S. satellites 
licensed in WTO member countries providing WTO-covered services. The 
FCC adopted an effective competitive opportunities (ECO-SAT) test for 
non-U.S. satellites licensed in non-WTO countries providing WTO-covered 
services, as well as for any commercial non-U.S. satellite providing 
services for which the U.S. did not make market commitments in the WTO 
Agreement. The FCC also established entry requirements for 
intergovernmental satellite organizations and their affiliates. In 
addition, the FCC adopted other public interest standards regarding 
spectrum availability and eligibility and operating requirements, as 
well as establishing access and filing procedures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/14/96                    61 FR 32398
NPRM Comment Period End         08/16/96
FNPRM                           07/29/97                    62 FR 40494
R&O                             12/04/97                    62 FR 64167
Petitions For Recon             01/05/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Tania Hanna, Attorney-Advisor, International Bureau, 
Federal Communications Commission, 6-C427, 445 12th Street, S.W., 
Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0762
Fax: 202 418-0748

RIN: 3060-AG31
_______________________________________________________________________




4367. STREAMLINING REGULATIONS RELATED TO INTERNATIONAL COMMON CARRIERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 214; 47 USC 203(r); 
47 USC 307; 47 USC 309; 47 USC 310; 47 USC 34 to 39

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 43; 47 CFR 63; 47 CFR 64

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission has reviewed its rules applicable to 
international common carriers with the goal of streamlining its 
procedures whenever possible. In particular, the Commission has 
eliminated the requirement for prior approval of pro forma assignments 
and transfers of control. The Commission reduced the waiting period for 
granting new streamlined applications from 35 to 14 days. It also 
expanded the class of applications eligible for streamlined processing.

[[Page 65399]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/24/98                    63 FR 39793
NPRM Comment Period End         08/24/98
Report And Order                04/10/99                    64 FR 19057


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Susan O'Connel, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, 6-A746, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1484
Fax: 202 418-2824
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG84
_______________________________________________________________________




4368.  REDESIGNATION OF THE 17.7-19.7 GHZ BAND, BLANKET 
LICENSING OF SAT EARTH STATIONS (17.7-20.2 GHZ & 27.5-30 GHZ) & 
ALLOCATION IN THE 17.3-17.8 & 24.75-25.25 GHZ BANDS FOR BROADCAST 
SATELLITE-SERVICE USE

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154 (j); 47 USC 301; 
47 USC 303; ...

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25.115; 47 CFR 25.138; 47 CFR 25.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This item addresses how the 17.7-19.7 GHz band is to be 
shared among various services, including the Fixed Satellite Service, 
the Fixed Services, and the Broadcast Satellite Service. The item also 
addresses the blanket licensing of Fixed Satellite Service Earth 
Stations in the Ka band. Finally, it addresses a new allocation for the 
Broadcast Satellite Service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/08/98                    63 FR 54100
NPRM Comment Period             12/07/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Richard Engelman, Chief, Planning and Negotiations 
Div., International Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, 7-A760, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2157
Fax: 202 418-0398
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH21
_______________________________________________________________________




4369.  ALLOCATION AND DESIGNATION OF SPEC FOR FIXED-SAT SRV 
(37.5-38.5, 40.5-41.5 & 48.2-50.2 GHZ BANDS).ALLOCATIONS: FIXED & MOBILE 
40.5-42.5 GHZ;WIRELESS SRV 46.9-47 GHZ; GOV OPERATIONS 37-38 & 40-40.5 
GHZ

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303(e); 
47 USC 303(f); ...

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2.106; 47 CFR 25.202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This item adopts a plan for non-government operations in the 
36.0 - 51.4 GHz portion of the V-band, establishing priorities for 
different services in different parts of this band.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/04/97                    62 FR 16129
Final Action                    12/17/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Charles Breig, Senior Engineer, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2156
Fax: 202 418-0398
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH23
_______________________________________________________________________




4370.  THE ESTABLISHMENT OF POLICIES AND SERVICE RULES FOR THE 
MOBILE SATELLITE SERVICE IN THE 2 GHZ BAND; IB DOCKET NO. 99-81; RM-9328

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 307; 47 USC 
309; 47 USC 310; 47 USC 319

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission is proposing to amend the regulations covering 
the 1.6/2.4 GHz Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) to incorporate the rules 
for the 2 GHz MSS. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking also seeks comment 
on non-service link issues, service rules, and frequency coordination. 
The actions are necessary to establish service rules for the 2 GHz MSS 
and to obtain comment on policies for the 2GHz MSS. The effect of 
amending the 1.6/2.4 GHz MSS rules to include 2GHz MSS is to simplify 
and harmonize the rules for the types of satellite services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/07/99                    64 FR 16880
NPRM Comment Period End         07/26/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Christopher John Murphy, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2373
Fax: 202 418-0748
Email: [email protected]

Howard Griboff, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications Commission, 
445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0657
Fax: 202 418-0748

RIN: 3060-AH28


_______________________________________________________________________



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4371.  IN THE MATTER OF POLICIES FOR THE DIRECT BROADCAST 
SATELLITE SERVICE; IB DOCKET NO. 98-21

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding streamlines and simplifies the Commission's 
rules governing direct broadcast satellite (DBS) Service. It also 
harmonizes the rules for DBS with those of other satellite services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/06/98                    63 FR 11202


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Selina Khan, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 6-B459, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7282
Fax: 202 418-0748
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH29
_______________________________________________________________________




4372.  1998 BIENNIAL REGULATORY REVIEW -- REVIEW OF ACCOUNTS 
SETTLEMENT IN MARITIME MOBIL MARITIME MOBILE SATELLITE RADIO SERVICES 
AND WITHDRAWAL OF THE COMMISSION AS ACCOUNTING AUTHORITY; IB DOC NO. 98-
96

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154 (j); 47 USC 201; 47 USC 202; 
47 USC 203; 47 USC 204; 47 USC 205; 47 USC 303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 3.10(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC has decided to withdraw from acting as an accounting 
authority for the settlement of accounts in the maritime mobile and 
maritime mobile-satellite (ship-to-shore) radio services, and to rely 
solely upon the various privately owned accounting authorities the FCC 
has authorized. In that connection the FCC amended section 3.10(e) of 
its rules to specify that private accounting authorities must serve the 
public non-discriminatorily. (action 7-13-99) The Commission is 
gathering comment to develop a plan to ensure a smooth transition to 
private accounting authorities. Comments are due 10/25/99.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/24/98                    63 FR 39800
Report & Order                  07/28/99                    64 FR 40774
Further NPRM                    07/28/99                    64 FR 40808


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: John F Copes, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1478
Fax: 202 418-2824
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH30
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Completed Actions


INTERNATIONAL BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4373.  1998 BIENNIAL REGULATORY REVIEW - REFORM OF THE 
INTERNATIONAL SETTLEMENTS POLICY AND ASSOCIATED FILING REQUIREMENTS; IB 
DOCKET NO. 98-148

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 152; 47 USC 154 (i); 47 USC 201; 47 
USC 205; 47 USC 214; 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 309

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 43; 47 CFR 63; 47 CFR

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission reformed its longstanding international 
settlements policy and deregulated inter-carrier settlement 
arrangements between the U.S. carriers and foreign non-dominant 
carriers on competitive routes. In this proceeding, the Commission 
eliminated the international settlements policy and contract filing 
requirements for arrangements with foreign carriers that lack market 
power; eliminated the international settlements policy for arrangements 
with all carriers on routes where rates to terminate U.S. calls are at 
least 25 percent lower than the relevant settlement rate benchmark 
previously adopted by the FCC; changed its contact filing requirements 
to permit U.S. carriers to file arrangements on a confidential basis 
with foreign carriers with market power on routes where the 
international settlements policy is removed; simplified accounting rate 
filing requirements; and eliminated the flexibility policy in 
recognition that the reforms to the international settlements policy 
render the flexibility policy largely superfluous.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/18/98                    63 FR 44224
Final Action                    06/29/99                    64 FR 34734

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lisa Choi, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1384
Fax: 202 418-2824
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH22

[[Page 65401]]

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


MASS MEDIA BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4374. TRANSFER OF CONTROL OF NON-STOCK ENTITIES MM DOCKET 89-77

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission will consider proposals concerning the 
treatment of corporations and other organizational structures that are 
not traditional commercial corporations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             03/16/89                    54 FR 15957


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mania K. Baghdadi, Federal Communications Commission, 
Mass Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AE31
_______________________________________________________________________




4375. LOCAL TELEVISION OWNERSHIP RULE (MM DOCKET NO. 91-221)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); PL 104-104, 202(c)(2); PL 104-104, 
202(d); 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73.3555

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On August 5, 1999, the Commission adopted a Report and Order, 
which amended its local TV multiple ownership rule and radio/TV cross-
ownership rule, and adopted a grandfathering policy for certain TV 
local marketing agreements. Pursuant to the new rules, common ownership 
of up to two TV stations and at least one radio station is permitted 
under certain circumstances. These circumstances generally require that 
a certain number of specified media ``voices'' remain post-merger. 
Common ownership would also be permitted pursuant to several new 
presumptive waivers. Under the new Local Marketing Agreement (LMA) 
grandfathering policy, LMAs that do not meet the new local TV multiple 
ownership rule are grandfathered until the biennial review in 2004, if 
they were entered into before November 5, 1996 (date of the Second 
Further Notice). At the time of the 2004 biennial review, they will be 
assessed on a case-by-case basis. LMAs entered into after that time 
must terminate within two years. Under a similar grandfathering policy, 
waivers of the radio/TV cross-ownership rule that were conditioned on 
the outcome of the Report and Order but which do not meet the new rule 
are grandfathered until the biennial review in 2004, if they were 
entered into as of July 29, 1999 (date of the sunshine notice for the 
Report and Order). At the time of the 2004 biennial review, they will 
be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             07/11/91                    56 FR 40847
NPRM                            06/24/92                    57 FR 28163
FNPRM                           02/02/95                     60 FR 6490
R&O                             03/27/95                    60 FR 15688
2nd FNPRM                       12/19/96                    61 FR 66978
Report & Order                  09/17/99                    64 FR 50651


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Eric Bash, Federal Communications Commission, Mass 
Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF79
_______________________________________________________________________




4376. FILING OF TELEVISION NETWORK AFFILIATION CONTRACTS (MM DOCKET NO. 
95-40)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73.3613(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding considers changes to the requirement that 
stations file their network affiliation agreements with the commission.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/19/95                    60 FR 19564


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Judith Herman, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2163
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF80
_______________________________________________________________________




4377. RULES GOVERNING BROADCAST TELEVISION ADVERTISING (MM DOCKET NO. 
95-90)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 154(j); 47 USC 301; 47 USC 
303(r); 47 USC 313; 47 USC 314

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73.658(h); 47 CFR 73.658(i)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding considers changes to two rules regulating 
broadcast television advertising. The first advertising rule prohibits 
a broadcast television network from influencing or controlling the 
rates its affiliates set for the sale of their non-network advertising 
time.

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The second advertising rule prohibits a broadcast television network 
from representing any of its affiliates in the sale of non-network 
advertising time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/05/95                    60 FR 34959


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Gordon, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF81
_______________________________________________________________________




4378. ATTRIBUTION OF BROADCAST INTERESTS (MM DOCKET NOS. 94-150, 92-51, 
87-154)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 21.912; 47 CFR 73.3555; 47 CFR 73.3526; 47 CFR 
73.3613; 47 CFR 74.931; 47 CFR 76.501

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On August 5, 1999, the Commission adopted a Report and Order 
in the Attribution proceeding. In the R&O, the Commission adopted a new 
Equity/Debt Plus attribution rule under which a holder of a financial 
interest, whether equity or debt or both, in excess of 33% of the total 
assets of a licensee will have an attributable interest in that 
licensee if it is either a major program supplier to that licensee or 
if it has another media interest - broadcast, cable or newspaper - in 
the same market. Under the new rules, TV Local Marketing Agreements 
will be attributed where they involve time brokerage of another 
television station in the same market for more than 15% of the brokered 
station's broadcast hours per week. The Report and Order also 
eliminates the cross-interest policy, retains the 5% voting stock 
benchmark for active investors, raises the voting stock benchmark for 
passive investors from the existing 10% benchmark to 20%, applies 
limited partnership insulation criteria to Limited Liability Companies 
and applies the revised broadcast attribution criteria to the cable and 
Multipoint Distribution Service and broadcast-cable cross-ownership 
rules. Also amended are rules relating to commercial stations' public 
inspection files (requiring maintaining of radio and television joint 
sales agreements and time brokerage agreements) and relating to filing 
of contracts with the Commission (to require the filing of attributable 
television time brokerage agreements).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/02/95                     60 FR 6483
FNPRM                           12/20/96                    61 FR 67275
Report & Order                  08/05/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mania K. Baghdadi, Federal Communications Commission, 
Mass Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF82
_______________________________________________________________________




4379. MINOR MODIFICATIONS OF BROADCAST LICENSES WITHOUT PRIOR 
CONSTRUCTION PERMIT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 155(c)(1); 47 USC 302; 47 USC 
303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding will implement the Commission's new authority 
to eliminate the present requirement for a construction permit for a 
broadcast station in certain instances where the changed facilities 
would not have an adverse impact on other broadcast facilities. In 
these instances, licensees or permittees will be able to initiate the 
change without prior authority and file a license application to cover 
the change afterwards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/08/96                    61 FR 15439
R&O                             09/30/97                    62 FR 51052
Petition for Reconsideration    10/30/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dale Bickel, Engineer, Federal Communications 
Commission, Mass Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-2700
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG30
_______________________________________________________________________




4380. NEWSPAPER/BROADCAST CROSS-OWNERSHIP

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 1, 1996, the Commission released a Notice of 
Inquiry seeking comment on the possible revision of its standards for 
waiver of the newspaper/broadcast cross-ownership rule (Section 
73.3555(d)) with respect to newspaper/radio combinations. The Notice 
solicits comment on whether the Commission should adopt objective 
criteria for evaluating such waiver requests and, if so, what those 
criteria should be.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             10/15/96                    61 FR 53694


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kim Matthews, Federal Communications Commission, Mass 
Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG53


_______________________________________________________________________



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4381. NATIONAL TELEVISION OWNERSHIP RULES (MM DOCKET NOS. 96-222, 91-
221, 87-8)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the August 6, 1999, Report and Order in MM Docket Nos. 96-
222, 91-221, and 87-8, In the Matter of Broadcast Television National 
Ownership Rules; Review of the Commission's Regulations Governing 
Television Broadcasting; Television Satellite Stations Review of Policy 
and Rules, the Commission makes a small change in the national 
broadcast television multiple ownership rule, Section 73.3555(e) of our 
rules. It slightly modifies how to calculate a
broadcast television station group owner's aggregate national audience 
reach for the purposes of determining compliance with the 35% cap set 
by the rule. A station's audience reach is defined as the number of TV 
households within its market. Previously, satellite stations were 
exempted from the count. In addition, because local marketing 
agreements (LMAs) were not attributable, a time-brokered station was 
also exempted from the calculation. The modified rules state that a 
market will not be double-counted if an entity has an attributable 
interest in more than one station in that market. However, if the 
entity has an attributable interest in a station in another market 
(even if it is through an attributable LMA or through a parent/
satellite relationship), then that second market will be counted toward 
the entity's national aggregate audience. In addition, the Commission 
is changing its market definition from Arbitron ADIs (Areas of Dominant 
Influence) to the analytically similar Nielsen DMAs (Designated Market 
Areas). These changes are consistent with our ongoing effort to ensure 
that our rules continue to serve the public interest without imposing 
unnecessary regulatory burdens. These modifications in no way alter the 
obligation of each broadcast licensee to serve the needs and interests 
of its community.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/19/96                    61 FR 66987
Report & Order                  08/05/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Gordon, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG54
_______________________________________________________________________




4382. COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR BROADCAST SERVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 309(j); 47 USC 309(l)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73; 47 CFR 74

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On April 20, 1999, the Commission issued a Memorandum Opinion 
and Order in which it revised the applicability of the ``anti-collusion 
rule'' for future broadcast auctions. The anti-collusion rule prohibits 
bidders for the same facility from communicating with each other after 
they file their Form 175's to participate in the auction. The revised 
rule permits bidders for secondary television facilities and major 
changes to AM radio facilities to discuss possible engineering 
settlements to resolve the mutual exclusivity between their 
applications. The Commission also refined the eligibility standards for 
applicants to qualify for the New Entrant Bidding Credit which allows 
bidders to reduce the amount of their final bid in the auction. The 
Commission decided to follow the broadcast attribution rules and 
standards when determining whether a bidder qualifies for a New Entrant 
Bidding Credit.

On August 5, 1999, the Commission adopted a Memorandum Opinion and 
Order further refining the eligibility standards for the New Entrant 
Bidding Credit. The Commission concluded that it is appropriate to 
attribute the mass media interests of investors holding more than a 33% 
equity and/or debt interest in a broadcast auction bidder claiming a 
New Entrant Bidding Credit, even if such an interest is non-voting.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/12/97                    62 FR 65392
NPRM Comment Period End         01/26/98
NOI                             03/31/98                    63 FR 15353
Report & Order                  08/18/98                    63 FR 48615
Memorandum Opinion & Order      05/07/99                    64 FR 24523
Memorandum Opinion & Order      08/18/99                    64 FR 44856


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Shaun Maher, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7240
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG78
_______________________________________________________________________




4383. 1998 BIENNIAL REVIEW OF BROADCAST OWNERSHIP

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: PL 104-104, sec 202(h)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding initiates a review of all the broadcast 
ownership rules as required by section 202(h) of the Telecommunications 
Act of 1996. Section 202(h) of the Act requires the FCC to review its 
broadcast ownership rules to determine ``whether any of such rules are 
necessary in the public interest as the result of competition.'' It 
further directs the FCC to ``repeal or modify any regulation it 
determines to be no longer in the public interest.''

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI                             03/31/98                    63 FR 15353


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kim Matthews, Federal Communications Commission, Mass 
Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554

[[Page 65404]]

Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG79
_______________________________________________________________________




4384. 1998 BIENNIAL REVIEW-STREAMLINING OF MASS MEDIA APPLICATIONS, 
RULES, AND PROCESSES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 309; 47 USC 310; 47 USC 308; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
4(i); 47 USC 4(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73; 47 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: With this Report and Order, the Commission adopted an 
electronic filing mandate for key Mass Media Bureau broadcast 
application and reporting forms after a phase-in period. The Commission 
revised the requirements for extending the construction periods of 
broadcast stations, selling unbuilt construction permits, and 
submitting ownership reports for commercial and noncommercial stations. 
The Commission modified the reporting requirements on the Annual 
Ownership Report form to include a section on the race and gender of 
individuals with attributable interests in broadcast licenses. The 
Commission instituted a formal program of both pre- and post-
application grant random audits.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/17/98                    63 FR 19226
R&O                             12/18/98                    63 FR 70040


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Michael Wagner, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2700
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG80
_______________________________________________________________________




4385. REVIEW OF TECHNICAL RULES IN PARTS 73 AND 74

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 319; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73; 47 CFR 74

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: With the First Report and Order in this proceeding the 
Commission streamlined several of its technical rules that will result 
in making the application process simpler, faster, and more efficient. 
Specifically, the Commission adopted rules to (1) extend first come/
first served processing to applications for minor changes to AM, 
noncommercial educational FM and FM translator facilities; (2) expand 
the definition of ``minor change'' in these service to conform more 
closely to the commercial FM definition, which includes all changes 
except changes in community of license and certain changes in 
frequency; and (3) permit the filing of up to four related and 
simultaneously filed FM station minor change construction permit 
applications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/22/98                    63 FR 33892
Report & Order                  04/21/99                    64 FR 19498


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Peter Doyle, Federal Communications Commission, Mass 
Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2700
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG81
_______________________________________________________________________




4386. REVIEW OF BROADCAST AND CABLE EEO RULES AND POLICIES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 334; 47 USC 336; 47 USC 
634

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73; 47 CFR 76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: With this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, the Commission seeks 
comments concerning the Commission's proposed Equal Employment 
Opportunity (EEO) rules, and policies that would be consistent with the 
D.C. Circuit's decision in Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod v. FCC. This 
rulemaking proposes to initiate a new broadcasting EEO rule and to 
change the Commission's cable EEO rules, to emphasize recruitment 
outreach programs and provide that entities are not to use racial, 
ethnic, or gender preferences in hiring. This rulemaking also proposes 
to include the possibility of granting administrative relief to small 
entities that meet proposed qualifying factors.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/98                    63 FR 66104


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Hope Cooper, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1450
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH10
_______________________________________________________________________




4387. LOW POWER FM RADIO

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: With this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, the Commission 
explores the possible establishment of new classes of FM radio service 
to respond to the increasing demand by the public for additional 
outlets of popular expression which could increase the diversity of 
voices, views, and sources of information and entertainment available 
to the American public. This proceeding will explore the appropriate 
technical parameters for such a service. The Commission will also 
examine potentially conflicting demands for such a service and the 
means to accommodate any such conflicting demands to the extent 
possible and

[[Page 65405]]

appropriate. In addressing these issues, we are and will remain mindful 
of the technical requirements necessary to protect existing radio 
services and are concerned with preserving the excellent technical 
quality of radio service available today which has been fostered and 
maintained by our existing rules. The Commission has received comment 
from a wide range of existing and potential users of the FM spectrum 
regarding the nature and extent of different and possibly conflicting 
demands for this spectrum, and technical analysis to assist us in best 
resolving those conflicts for the benefit of the public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/16/99                     64 FR 7577


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Gordon, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH11
_______________________________________________________________________


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MASS MEDIA BUREAU



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4388. ADVANCED TELEVISION SERVICE (MM DOCKET 87-268)

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 403; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
336

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Advanced Television Service proceeding commenced in July 
1987, with the adoption of the first Notice of Inquiry. The purpose of 
the proceeding is to address the technical, legal, economic and policy 
issues presented by the development of new, advanced and, now, digital 
television (``DTV''). As it has evolved since the inception of this 
proceeding, DTV will be capable of delivering television programs with 
significantly improved video and audio quality -- including two or more 
high definition programs simultaneously or five or more standard 
definition programs simultaneously -- or downloading data at the rate 
of over 19 million bytes per second. This data could be used to 
transmit directly to the home, entire newspapers or telephone books in 
a matter of seconds, to download computer programs, and for other data 
applications. This system will provide consumers with improved picture 
and sound, spectrum efficiency that will allow for the introduction of 
new radio services and unprecedented interoperability with computers 
and other telecommunications devices.

Beginning with the 1987 Notice of Inquiry, the Commission has sought 
public comment on a number of occasions and on a variety of issues. 
When it became clear in 1993 that any advanced television system would 
be digital, the Commission issued three Further Notices of Inquiry and 
has issued decisions in response to them. In its Fourth Report and 
Order, the Commission adopted, with modification, the Advanced 
Television Systems committee DTV Standard. This decision supplied the 
certainty that many broadcasters, equipment manufacturers and consumers 
need to invest in new technology while at the same time preserving the 
flexibility to accommodate innovation and experimentation. The Fifth 
Report and Order adopted an accelerated DTV construction schedule and 
rules to promote the success of free, universally available, local 
broadcast television in a digital world. These actions were intended to 
help preserve free, widely accessible programming that serves the 
public interest, and to attract consumers swiftly to digital broadcast 
service, thus allowing the NTSC spectrum to be recovered and turned to 
use for other beneficial purposes more rapidly. The accelerated 
construction schedule will enable consumers in the ten largest markets 
to begin receiving digital television service no later than May 1, 
1999, and will require all commercial broadcast stations to complete 
construction and begin digital broadcasting by May 1, 2002. 
Noncommercial stations will have an additional year in which to 
commence their digital broadcasts. The Fifth Report and Order also 
required DTV licensees to provide at least one free digital programming 
service of resolution comparable to today's television service. 
Additionally, the Commission issued a DTV license to all eligible 
licensees and permittees in the form of an appendix to the Fifth Report 
and Order. By issuing these DTV licenses with the Fifth Report and 
Order, the Commission has frozen initial eligibility and allowed the 
completion of the Table of Allotments. Finally, the Sixth Report and 
Order adopted a Table of Allotments for digital television, rules for 
initial DTV allotments, technical criteria for the allotment of 
additional DTV frequencies, procedures for assigning DTV frequencies 
and plans for spectrum recovery.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Tentative Decision/Further NOI  09/01/88                    53 FR 38747
R&O                             08/24/90                    55 FR 39275
FNPRM                           10/24/91                    56 FR 58207
Second R&O & FNPRM              04/09/92                    57 FR 21744
Third R&O & FNPRM               09/17/92                    57 FR 53588
Fourth FNPRM & Third NOI        07/28/95                    60 FR 42130
Fifth FNPRM                     05/29/96                    61 FR 26864
Sixth FNPRM                     08/21/96                    61 FR 43209
Fourth R&O                      03/25/97                    62 FR 14006
Sixth R&O                       05/14/97                    62 FR 26884
Fifth R&O                       05/16/97                    62 FR 26996
Reconsideration                 07/11/97                    62 FR 37145
Fifth MO&O                      03/20/98                    63 FR 13546
Sixth MO&O                      04/01/98                    63 FR 15774
Second MO&O on 5th & 6th R&O    01/28/99                     64 FR 4322

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Mania K. Baghdadi, Federal Communications Commission, 
Mass Media Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130

[[Page 65406]]

Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AE24
_______________________________________________________________________




4389. MAIN STUDIO/PUBLIC FILE REQUIREMENTS FOR BROADCASTERS (MMB DOCKET 
97-138)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 307

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 73.1125; 47 CFR 73.3526; 47 CFR 73.3527

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On reconsideration, the Commission amended rules to require 
only stations whose main studios are located outside the city limits of 
their communities of license to provide by mail copies of documents 
requested by telephone. The Commission also revised rules to limit the 
required mailing area for these documents requested by phone to the 
geographic service area of the station in question. The Commission 
defined the geographic service area as the grade B contour for TV 
stations and the protected service contours for radio stations. The 
Commission also amended the rule to exempt from the mailing requirement 
requests for documents from the political file.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/12/97                    62 FR 32061
Report & Order                  07/28/98                    63 FR 49487
Memorandum Opinion & Order      07/02/99                    64 FR 35941

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Victoria McCauley, Federal Communications Commission, 
445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2130
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG68
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)               Long-Term Actions


OFFICE OF MANAGING DIRECTOR



_______________________________________________________________________




4390. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION OF REGULATORY FEES FOR FY 1999

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 159

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1.1151 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 9 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 
U.S.C. 159, requires the FCC to recover the costs of its activities by 
assessing and collecting annual regulatory fees from beneficiaries of 
these activities. The FCC has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to 
address how the FCC plans to implement the fee requirements for FY 
1999, and a Report and Order implementing the FY 1999 Regulatory Fee 
Schedule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/99                    64 FR 16661
R&O                             07/01/99                    64 FR 35831


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Terry Johnson, Federal Communications Commission, 
Office of Managing Director, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0445
Fax: 202 418-2826
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG92
_______________________________________________________________________


Federal Communications Commission (FCC)             Proposed Rule Stage


WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU



_______________________________________________________________________




4391.  CALLING PARTY PAYS SERVICE OFFERING IN THE COMMERCIAL 
MOBILE RADIO SERVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 157; 47 USC 201; 47 
USC 202; 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 332

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPRM proposes a uniform nationwide system to notify 
consumers that they are placing a call to a wireless phone subscriber 
who has elected to have the caller pay for the airtime and other 
charges associated with the call. The notification would include the 
per minute charges that will apply, as well as the name of the wireless 
carrier that terminates the call.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/16/99                    64 FR 38313
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/99

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Joseph Albert Levin, Sr. Economist, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0640
Fax: 202 418-7247
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH31

[[Page 65407]]

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4392. AMENDMENT OF PART 80 OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES CONCERNING VHF 
MARITIME OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of the Maritime Radio Service Rules to encourage 
growth and improve the regulatory structure in VHF maritime 
communications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NOI/NPRM                        11/05/92                    57 FR 57717
First R&O                       04/26/95                    60 FR 34198
FNPRM                           04/26/95                    60 FR 35507
Second FNPRM                    06/17/97                    62 FR 37533
Second R&O                      06/17/97                    62 FR 40281
3rd R&O & MO&O                  07/06/98                    63 FR 40059
MO&O                            04/26/99                    64 FR 26885


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: WT Docket No. 92-257.

Agency Contact: Scott Stone, Federal Communications Commission, 
Wireless Telecom Bureau - PSPWD, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 
20554
Phone: 202 418-0680

RIN: 3060-AF14
_______________________________________________________________________




4393. RULEMAKING TO AMEND PART 1 AND PART 21 TO REDESIGNATE THE 27.5-
29.5 GHZ BAND AND TO ESTABLISH RULES AND POLICIES FOR LOCAL MULTI-POINT 
DISTRIBUTION SERVICE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 307; 47 USC 553; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
309

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 25; 47 CFR 21; 47 CFR 101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The goal of this proceeding, a Third Order On 
Reconsideration, is to pave the way for the auctioning and licensing of 
the Local Multipoint Distribution Service, a fixed broadband point-to-
point wireless service that has significant potential in offering a 
broad range of one-way and two-way voice-video and data service 
capabilities, and a substantial amount of capacity that is larger than 
is currently available in wireless services. This Order was adopted and 
released on February 11, 1998.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/10/92                     58 FR 6400
NPRM Comment Period End         04/15/93
Third NPRM                      07/13/95                    60 FR 43740
1st R&O & 4th NPRM              07/29/96                    61 FR 39425
Fifth NPRM                      03/11/97                    62 FR 16514
Second R&O                      03/11/97                    62 FR 23148
Third Order on Recon            03/03/98                     63 FR 9443


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: WTB Docket No. 92-297.

Agency Contact: Barbara Reideler, Attorney Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1310

Jay Whaley, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission
Phone: 202 418-1310

RIN: 3060-AF26
_______________________________________________________________________




4394. REFARMING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Replacement of part 90 by part 88 to revise private land 
mobile services and modify policies governing these services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/08/92                    57 FR 54034
R&O                             06/15/95                    60 FR 37152
MO&O                            12/23/96                     62 FR 2027
Second R&O                      02/20/97                    62 FR 18834
NPRM                            09/30/98                    63 FR 65568
Second MO&O                     04/06/99                    64 FR 36258


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Additional Information: WTB Docket No. 92-235.

Agency Contact: Ira Keltz, Federal Communications Commission, Wireless 
Telecom Bureau - PSPWD, 445 12th Street, S,W,, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0680

RIN: 3060-AF35
_______________________________________________________________________




4395. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF 800 MHZ SMR; COMPETITIVE BIDDING WIDE AREA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 153; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 309(j); 
47 USC 332

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding adopts service rules and competitive bidding 
rules for 800 MHz SMR spectrum. It also proposes licensing rules and 
auction procedures for lower 80 SMR and general category channels.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/13/93                    58 FR 33062
FNPRM                           10/20/94                     59 FR 6011
Eighth R&O                      02/16/96                     61 FR 6138
First R&O                       02/16/96
Second FNPRM                    02/16/96                     61 FR 6212
Second R&O                      06/23/97                    62 FR 41190
MO&O                            06/23/97                    62 FR 41225


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Agency Contact: Gary D. Michaels, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Fax: 202 418-0890
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF47


_______________________________________________________________________



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4396. RESALE AND ROAMING OBLIGATIONS PERTAINING TO COMMERCIAL MOBILE 
RADIO SERVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: PL 103-66, Sec 6002 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act 
of 1993

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 20; 47 CFR 22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On an interim basis, the First Report and Order extends to 
broadband PCS and covered SMR providers the cellular rule that 
prohibits restricting resale of communications services. The new rules 
sunset five years after the last group of initial licensees for 
currently allocated broadband PCS spectrum is awarded. The rules also 
eliminate all exceptions to the rule that allowed cellular licensees to 
restrict resale by competing with fully operational cellular licensees 
in the same geographic market. The Commission successfully adopted a 
Second Report and Order and Third Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in this 
proceeding. The Second Report and Order extends the Commission's 
cellular rules on manual roaming by any individual whose handset is 
capable of accessing the network of a cellular, broadband PCS, or 
covered SMR provider. The Third NPRM, among other things, sought 
comment on whether the Commission should adopt rules requiring 
cellular, broadband PCS, and covered SMR providers to provide automatic 
roaming in their coverage areas, and whether both automatic and manual 
roaming requirements should sunset five years after the initial grant 
of PCS licenses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/94                    59 FR 35664
NOI                             07/13/94
NPRM Comment Period End         09/29/94
NPRM                            04/04/95                    60 FR 20949
NPRM Comment Period End         07/14/95
First R&O                       07/12/96                    61 FR 38399
Second R&O and Third NPRM       08/15/96                    61 FR 44026


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Paul D'Ari, Chief, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7240
Email: [email protected]

Jane Phillips, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1761

RIN: 3060-AF58
_______________________________________________________________________




4397. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 309(J) OF THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 
COMPETITIVE BIDDING; NARROWBAND PCS COMPETITIVE BIDDING RULES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Report and Order and FNPRM to modify the competitive bidding 
rules for participation by designated entities in narrowband PCS.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

3rd MO&O                        08/16/94                    59 FR 44058
FNPRM                           04/23/97                    62 FR 27569
R&O                             04/23/97                    62 FR 27507


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Alice Elder, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2168
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AF99
_______________________________________________________________________




4398. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 309(J) OF THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 
COMPETITIVE BIDDING; IVDS COMPETITIVE BIDDING RULES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 95

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Tenth Report and Order modifies the competitive bidding rules 
for the upcoming auction of IVDS: (1) eliminates bidding credits 
available to women- and minority-owned IVDS applicants; (2) extends two 
levels of bidding credits to small businesses based on a two-tiered 
small business definition; (3) clarifies the attribution rules for 
affiliates of IVDS applicants; and (4) increases the amount of the 
upfront payments required to participate in the IVDS auction.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

R&O                             04/25/94                    59 FR 24947
FNPRM                           08/06/96                    61 FR 49103
R&O                             11/15/96                    61 FR 60198
FNPRM                           09/30/98                    63 FR 52215
NPRM Comment Period End         10/30/98
MO&O                            11/09/98                    63 FR 54073


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Allen, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Fax: 202 418-1159

Mark Bollinger, Deputy Chief, Auctions and Industry Analysis Division, 
Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Fax: 202 418-1159

RIN: 3060-AG00
_______________________________________________________________________




4399. 39 GHZ CHANNEL PLAN

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 302; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 524

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding amends the FCC's rules to facilitate more 
effective use of the 39 GHz band.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/26/96                     61 FR 2465
NPRM Comment Period End         02/12/96

[[Page 65409]]

Order                           02/22/96                     61 FR 6809
Reply Comments                  02/27/96
Order                           05/01/96                    61 FR 19236
2d NPRM                         01/21/98                     63 FR 3075
R&O                             02/06/98                     63 FR 6079
MO&O                            07/14/99                    64 FR 45891


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ET Docket No. 95-183, RM-8553; PP Docket No. 
93-253

Agency Contact: Jennifer Burton, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Wireless Telecom. Bureau- PSPWD, 445 12th Street, S.W., 
Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7581
Email: [email protected]

Christina Clearwater, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, Room 
5604, Wireless Telecom. Bureau, Auctions Division, 445 12th Street, 
S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-2143
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG16
_______________________________________________________________________




4400. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 309(J) OF THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 
COMPETITIVE BIDDING BROADBAND PCS F BLOCK RULES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NPRM to modify the competitive bidding rules for the 
Broadband PCS F Block. Report and Order, adopted 6/21/96, modified the 
PCS/cellular rule and the cellular spectrum cap.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Audrey Bashkin, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Wireless Telecom. Bureau, Auctions Division, 445 12th 
Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG21
_______________________________________________________________________




4401. AMENDMENT OF PART 90 OF THE FCC'S RULES TO PROVIDE FOR THE USE OF 
THE 220-222 MHZ BAND

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(d); 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 
332; 47 USC 309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action addressed Petitions For Reconsideration or 
clarification of two Orders concerning the 220-222 MHz radio service 
(220 MHz service). On January 26, 1996, the FCC adopted final rules in 
the 220 MHz Report and Order, which enabled 220 MHz licensees to modify 
their licenses to relocate their authorized base stations within FCC-
specified parameters. In the 220 MHz Third Report and Order, adopted on 
February 19, 1997, the FCC established rules to govern the future 
operation and licensing of the 220 MHz service. In the Fourth Report 
and Order, adopted on June 23, 1997, the FCC repealed the ``40-mile 
Rule'' contained in Section 90.739(a) of the rules. In the Fifth Report 
and Order, adopted August 4, 1998, the FCC adopted geographic 
partitioning and spectrum disaggregation rules for the 220-222 MHz 
service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/28/89                      55 FR 328
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/15/90
R&O                             03/14/91                    56 FR 19598
NPRM                            01/12/92                     57 FR 4180
NPRM Comment Period End         03/02/92
FNPRM                           08/28/95                    60 FR 46566
Third R&O                       04/03/97                    62 FR 15978
Fifth NPRM                      04/03/97                    62 FR 16004
Fourth Report & Order           09/02/97                    62 FR 46211
MO&O                            05/14/98                    63 FR 32580
Fifth Report & Order            09/15/98                    63 FR 49291


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Scott Mackoul, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., 
Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7240

RIN: 3060-AG23
_______________________________________________________________________




4402. REVISION OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES TO ENSURE COMPATIBILITY WITH 
ENHANCED 911 EMERGENCY CALLING SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 134(i); 47 USC 201; 47 USC 208; 47 
USC 215; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 309

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Second Report & Order requires that analog cellular 
phones include a separate capability for processing all calls that 
permits those calls to be handled, where necessary, by either cellular 
carrier in the area. The goal of this proceeding is to afford the 
public a reliable, responsive E911 service in the best possible 
interest of public health and safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

R&O                             07/26/96                    61 FR 40348
FNPRM                           07/26/96                    61 FR 40374
MO&O                            01/16/98                     63 FR 2631
Second Report & Order           06/28/99                    64 FR 34564


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: Additional Contact: Martin Liebman, Engineer, 
Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington DC 
20554, 202-418-131

Agency Contact: Dan Grosh, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., 
Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1310


[[Page 65410]]


Won Kim, Attorney, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1310

RIN: 3060-AG34
_______________________________________________________________________




4403. WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
307; 47 USC 309; 47 USC 332

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 2; 47 CFR 27; 47 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 1997.

Abstract: Proposal to establish a new ``Wireless Communications 
Service'' in the 2305-2320 and 2345-2360 MHz bands. Thirty megahertz of 
spectrum will be made available for the provision of fixed mobile, 
radiolocation services, or satellite Digital Audio Radio Services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/20/96                    61 FR 59048
NPRM Comment Period End         12/16/96
R&O                             03/03/97                     62 FR 9636
Public Notice                   03/13/97                    62 FR 12959


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: GN Docket 96-228

Agency Contact: Julie Buchanan, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660

Paul D'Ari, Chief, Policy and Rules Division, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7240
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG56
_______________________________________________________________________




4404. IN THE MATTER OF THE COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANCE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT 
ACT (CALEA), NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 229; 47 USC 1001 to 1008

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FCC shall prescribe such rules as are necessary to 
implement the requirements of the Communications Assistance for Law 
Enforcement Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/10/97                    62 FR 63302
Order                           01/13/98                    63 FR 01943
FNPRM                           11/16/98                    63 FR 63639
Report & Order                  01/29/99
Order                           03/29/99                    64 FR 14834
Second Report & Order           08/26/99
Third Report & Order            08/26/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paul D'Ari, Chief, Policy and Rules Division, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7240
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG74
_______________________________________________________________________




4405. DEVELOPMENT OF OPERATIONAL, TECHNICAL, AND SPECTRUM REQUIREMENTS 
FOR PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 337(a); 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 160; 47 
USC 201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 403

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This item takes steps toward developing a flexible regulatory 
framework to meet vital current and future public safety communications 
needs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/09/97                    62 FR 60199
First R&O and 3rd NPRM          08/06/98                    63 FR 58645
Third NPRM                      08/06/98                    63 FR 58685


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: Michael Wilhelm, Federal Communications Commission, 445 
12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0870

RIN: 3060-AG85
_______________________________________________________________________




4406. MULTIPLE ACCESS SYSTEMS; WT DOCKET NO.97-81

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 302; 47 USC 303

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This NPRM proposes to amend the FCC's rules regarding 
multiple address systems (MAS) in the microwave service. It proposes a 
flexible regulatory framework for spectrum allocations that will 
provide opportunities for the development of competitive new service 
offerings.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/19/97                    62 FR 11407
Order                           09/17/98                    63 FR 53350
FNPRM                           05/18/99                    64 FR 38617


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Shellie Blakeney, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau - PSPWD, 445 12th 
Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554

[[Page 65411]]

Phone: 202 418-0680

RIN: 3060-AG86
_______________________________________________________________________




4407. AMENDMENT OF PART I OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES--COMPETITIVE BIDDING 
PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 21; 47 CFR 24; 47 CFR 24; 47 CFR 27; 47 
CFR 90; 47 CFR 95

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proceeding proposes to amend and modify the competitive 
bidding rules for all auctionable services. It was released on December 
31, 1997 and published in the Federal Register on January 15, 1998.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/21/97                    62 FR 13570
NPRM Comment Period End         04/16/97
2d FNPRM                        01/07/98                      63 FR 770
3d R&O                          01/15/98                     63 FR 2315


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Leora Hochstein, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, Wireless Telecom. Bureau, Auctions Division, 445 12th 
Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Fax: 202 418-1159
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AG87
_______________________________________________________________________




4408. AMENDMENT TO PART 27 OF THE FCC'S RULES TO REVISE RULES FOR 
SERVICES IN THE 2.3GHZ BAND AND TO INCLUDE LICENSING OF SERVICES IN THE 
47 GHZ BAND

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 151; 47 USC 154; 47 USC 157; 47 USC 160; 47 USC 
201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 208; 47 USC 214; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
309; 47 USC 310; 47 USC 368

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 27

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposes service, 
licensing, and competitive bidding rules for the 47.2-48.2 GHz band. 
The FCC proposes to amend the part 27 Rules to include rules for the 
47.2-48.2 band and to codify and conform certain rules for the 2.3 GHz 
band to provide for consistent regulation of part 27 services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/98                    63 FR 44822
NPRM Comment Period End         10/13/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Eli Johnson, Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1310

RIN: 3060-AG93
_______________________________________________________________________




4409. AMENDMENT OF PART 90 OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES TO ADOPT 
REGULATIONS FOR AUTOMATIC VEHICLE MONITORING SYSTEMS SECOND REPORT AND 
ORDER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 251; 47 USC 252; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
309; 47 USC 332

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Second Report and Order adopts rules and procedures 
governing competitive bidding for multilateration Location and 
Monitoring Service (LMS) frequencies. Was released July 14, 1998. Was 
published in Federal Register, July 30, 1998, 63 FR 40659. Became 
effective September 28, 1998.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/16/97                    62 FR 52078
NPRM Comment Period End         11/20/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This FNPRM sought comment on the LMS auction 
following the general competitive bidding procedures of Part 1, Subpart 
Q; the establishment of a small business definition for LMS; whether 
small business provisions are sufficient to promote participation by 
businesses owned by minorities, women or rural telephone companies; 
partitioning and disaggregation (released 9/16/97) 63 FR 52078 
published 10/6/97.

Agency Contact: Ken Burnley, Staff Attorney, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH12
_______________________________________________________________________




4410.  SERVICE RULES FOR THE 746-764 AND 776-794 MHZ BANDS, AND 
REVISIONS TO PART 27 OF THE COMMISSION'S RULES

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 1; 47 USC 4(i); 47 USC 7; 47 USC 10; 47 USC 
201; 47 USC 202; 47 USC 208; 47 USC 214; 47 USC 301; 47 USC 303; 47 USC 
307; 47 USC 308; 47 USC 309 (j); 47 USC 309(k); 47 USC 310; 47 USC 311; 
47 USC 315; 47 USC 317; 47 USC 324; 47 USC 331; 47 USC 332; 47 USC 336

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Proposes service rules for licensing and auction of 
commercial services in spectrum to be vacated by UHF television 
licensees.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/07/99                    64 FR 36686


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Stan Wiggins, Attorney Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, Policy

[[Page 65412]]

Division Wireless Telecom. Bureau, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, 
DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-1310
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH32
_______________________________________________________________________




4411.  IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTIONS 309(J) AND 337 OF THE 
COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934 AS AMENDED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154(i); 47 USC 303(r); 47 USC 309(j)

CFR Citation: 47 CFR 1; 47 CFR 22; 47 CFR 24; 47 CFR 26; 47 CFR 27; 47 
CFR 73; 47 CFR 74; 47 CFR 80; 47 CFR 87

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This NPRM commences a proceeding to implement 309(j) and 337 
of the Communications Act, as amended by the Balanced Budget Act of 
1997, which was signed into law on 8/5/97. This notice seeks comment on 
changes to the Commission's rules and policies to implement the revised 
auction authority.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/99                    64 FR 23571
NPRM Comment Period End         08/02/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Gary D. Michaels, Attorney-Advisor, Federal 
Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-0660
Fax: 202 418-0890
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH33
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4412.  1998 BIENNIAL REGULATORY REVIEW SPECTRUM AGGREGATION 
LIMITS FOR WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 47 USC 154; 47 USC 161; 47 USC 332

CFR Citation: 20 CFR 20; 22 CFR 942

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commission is re-evaluating whether it should retain, 
modify, or repeal the spectrum aggregation limits and the cellular 
cross-interest rule in light of changes occurring in the wireless 
telecommunications market.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            12/10/98                    63 FR 70727


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: David Krech, Attorney-Advisor, Federal Communications 
Commission, 445 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20554
Phone: 202 418-7240
Fax: 202 418-7447
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 3060-AH34
[FR Doc. 99-27054 Filed 11-19-99; 8:45 am
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