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Washington, DC 20554
202 418 1420
FAX 202 418 2080
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About Us . . .
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The Investigations & Hearings Division is
responsible for resolution of complaints against broadcast stations and
other Title III licensees on non-technical matters such as indecency,
enhanced underwriting, unauthorized transfer of control and misrepresentation.
In addition, with regard to wireless licensees, the Division is
responsible for enforcement of rules regarding auction collusion and
misrepresentation. The Division also investigates industry allegations
of violations of Title II of the Communications Act, as amended,
and FCC rules and policies pertaining to common carriers.
In addition, the Division conducts, or
assists in, various other investigations being conducted by the Bureau and
serves as trial staff in formal Commission hearings.
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Functions
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Resolves complaints against broadcast and other Title III licensees.
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Investigates and takes appropriate enforcement action against common
carriers for violations of Title II and FCC rules based on industry
allegations.
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Serves as trial staff in formal hearings conducted pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
§ 556 regarding applications, revocation, forfeitures and other matters
designated for hearing.
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Handles common carrier auditing functions.
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Investigates and takes appropriate enforcement action
for violation of universal service requirements.
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Key People
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Hillary S. De Nigro, Chief
Ben Bartolome, Deputy Chief
Trent B. Harkrader, Deputy Chief
Vickie S. Robinson, Assistant Chief
Rebecca Hirselj, Assistant Chief
Irene Flannery, Assistant Chief
Kenneth M. Scheibel, Jr., Assistant Chief
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Items of Interest
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