The Commission is instituting this rulemaking to determine whether, and if so how, to amend its rules to promote the ability of MDS and ITFS licensees to provide two-way digital services. The objective of this proceeding is to encourage the efficient use of the spectrum allotted to MDS and ITFS by simplifying our current two-way licensing system and providing greater flexibility in the use of the allotted spectrum where such flexibility would best serve the needs of the public.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.