[Federal Register Volume 63, Number 125 (Tuesday, June 30, 1998)] [Notices] [Pages 35587-35588] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 98-17278] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Notice of proposed information collections contained in 1998 Biennial Review - Streamlining of Radio Technical Rules; Comments Requested June 19, 1998. SUMMARY: On June 11, 1998, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rule making (NPRM) in MM Docket No. 98-93 (FCC No. 98-117) in the matter of 1998 Biennial Regulatory Review - Streamlining of Radio Technical Rules. The summary of the NPRM was published in the Federal Register on June 22, 1998. The NPRM contains proposed information collections subject to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid control number. The NPRM has been submitted to OMB for review under Section 3507(d) of the PRA. The Commission, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork [[Page 35588]] burdens, invites the general public and OMB to comment on the proposed information collections contained in the Notice, as required by the PRA. Comments are requested concerning (a) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Written comments should be submitted on or before August 31, 1998. If you anticipate that you will be submitting comments, but find it difficult to do so within the period of time allowed, you should advise the contact listed below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: All comments should be addressed to the Office of the Secretary, Federal Communications Commission, 1919 M Street, NW., Washington, D.C. 20554. In addition to filing comments with the Secretary, copies should be submitted to Les Smith, Federal Communications Commission, Room 234, 1919 M Street, NW., Washington, D.C. 20554, or via the Internet to [email protected] and to Timothy Fain, OMB Desk Officer, 10236 NEOB, 725 - 17th Street, NW., Washington, D.C. 20503 or via the Internet to [email protected]. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information or copies of the proposed information collection(s), contact Les Smith at 202- 418-0217 or via internet at [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: OMB Approval Number: None. Title: NPRM - Streamlining of Radio Technical Rules in Parts 73 and 74 of the Commission's Rules. Form Number: FCC 301, FCC 302-FM, FCC 302-AM, FCC 303-S, FCC 340, FCC 349, FCC 350. Type of Review: New collection. Respondents: Businesses or other for-profit, Not-for-profit institutions. Number of Respondents: 4,650. Estimated Time Per Response: 2.5 hours to 1,106 hours. Frequency of Response: On occasion reporting requirement. Cost to Respondents: $28,672,625 (Consulting engineers and attorney fees). Total Annual Burden: 28,639 hours. Needs and Uses: On June 11, 1998, the Commission adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in MM Docket No. 98-93 (FCC 98-117) in the matter of 1998 Biennial Regulatory Review - Streamlining of Radio Technical Rules in Parts 73 and 74 of the Commission's Rules. The summary of this NPRM was published in the Federal Register on 6/22/98. This rulemaking proceeding was initiated to obtain comments concerning the Commission's proposed amendment of certain technical rules and policies governing the radio broadcast services--in order to enhance opportunities for improvement of facilities and service and eliminate unnecessary administrative burdens and delays, while maintaining the technical integrity of the radio broadcast services. This review was undertaken in conjunction with the Commission's current efforts to streamline its existing rules and eliminate unnecessary or redundant procedural requirements. Federal Communications Commission. Magalie Roman Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. 98-17278 Filed 6-29-98; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712-01-F