The recordkeeping requirement in rule section 80.413 of the Commission's rules is necessary to document the number and type of transmitters operating under an on-board station license.
The information is used by FCC personnel during inspections and investigations to determine what mobile units and repeaters are assoicated with on-board stations aboard a particular vessel. If this information were not maintained, no means would be available to determine if this type of radio equipment is authorized or who is responsible for its operation. Enforcement and frequency management programs would be negatively affected.
US Code:
47 USC 154
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
US Code:
47 USC 303
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
US Code:
47 USC 307(e)
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
US Code:
47 USC 309
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
US Code:
47 USC 332
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
US Code:
47 USC 151-155
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
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47 USC 301-609
Name of Law: Communications Act of 1934, as amended
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.