FCC Begins Review for Possible Revision or Elimination of Rules

This document invites members of the public to comment on the Federal Communication Commission’s rules to be reviewed pursuant to section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 (RFA). The purpose of the review is to determine whether FCC rules whose ten-year anniversary dates are in the years 2011–2014 should be continued without change, amended, or rescinded in order to minimize any significant impact the rules may have on a substantial number of small entities. Upon receipt of comments from the public, the FCC will evaluate those comments and consider whether action should be taken to rescind or amend the relevant rule(s). Comments may be filed on or before May 4, 2017.

Broadband-related items:
Implementation of Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996; Commission Collection of Advanced Telecommunications Capability Data
Broadband PCS
Broadband Radio Service and Educational Broadband Service
Universal Service Support for High Cost Areas
Universal Service Support for Schools and Libraries