[Federal Register Volume 63, Number 191 (Friday, October 2, 1998)] [Rules and Regulations] [Page 52983] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 98-26566] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 47 CFR Part 1 [CC Docket No. 96-238; FCC 98-154] Procedures To Be Followed When Formal Complaints Are Filed Against Common Carriers AGENCY: Federal Communications Commission. ACTION: Final rule; announcement of effective date. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This rule announces the effective date for information collection requirements in the rule published August 4, 1998. That rule created an Accelerated Docket that provides for a decision, within 60 days, of formal complaint proceedings that are accepted onto the Accelerated Docket. The Accelerated Docket will stimulate the growth of competition for telecommunications services by ensuring the prompt resolution of disputes that may arise between market participants as well as allow for the prompt disposal of complaints that are without substantial merit. DATES: Sections 1.115, 1.721, 1.724, 1.726, 1.729, 1.730 and 1.733, published at 63 FR 41433 (August 4, 1998) are effective October 5, 1998. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dorothy Attwood or Frank Lamancusa, Common Carrier Bureau, Enforcement Division (202) 418-0700. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On September 9, 1998, the Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') approved the new information collections in the Accelerated Docket rules, pursuant to OMB Control No. 3060-0411. Accordingly, the Accelerated Docket rules in sections 1.115, 1.721, 1.724, 1.726, 1.729, 1.730 and 1.733 will be effective on October 5, 1998. This document satisfies the Commission's commitment to announce the effective date of these sections. List of Subjects in 47 CFR Part 1 Communications common carriers. Federal Communications Commission. Magalie Roman Salas, Secretary. [FR Doc. 98-26566 Filed 10-1-98; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712-01-M