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.