Auction of FM Broadcast Construction Permits Scheduled for February 2, 2027; Comment Sought on Competitive Bidding Procedures for Auction 114
Abstract
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the Commission or FCC) announces an auction of certain FM broadcast construction permits. The Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA) and the Media Bureau (MB) seek comment on minimum opening bid amounts and the procedures to be used for this auction, which is designated as Auction 114.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026-09838 Federal Register document?
Document 2026-09838 is a Proposed Rule published by the Federal Communications Commission in the Federal Register on May 15, 2026. In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the Commission or FCC) announces an auction of certain FM broadcast construction permits. The Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA) and the Media Bureau (MB) seek comment on minimum opening bid amounts and the procedures to be used for this auction, which is designated as Auction 114. View the original at https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/15/2026-09838/auction-of-fm-broadcast-construction-permits-scheduled-for-february-2-2027-comment-sought-on.
Is document 2026-09838 an economically significant rule?
No. Document 2026-09838 is not classified as economically significant under Executive Order 12866. Economically significant rules require OIRA review and are estimated to have impacts of $100 million or more per year.