📡FCC's Open Meeting on Telecommunications Regulations and Security
The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would strengthen requirements and oversight relating to telecommunications certification bodies (TCBs), measurement facilities (test labs), and accreditation bodies to help ensure the integrity of these entities for purposes of our equipment authorization program, to better protect national security, and to advance the Commission's comprehensive strategy to build a more secure and resilient communications supply chain. 2.................. Wireline Competition.. Title: Protecting our Communications Networks by Promoting Transparency Regarding Foreign Adversary Control (GN Docket No. 25-166). Summary: The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes to require holders of covered Commission-issued licenses, authorizations, or approvals to certify whether they are owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a foreign adversary and, if so, to disclose foreign ownership interests and the nature of the foreign adversary ownership and control. 3.................. Space................. Title: Expanding Use of the 12.7-13.25 GHz Band for Mobile Broadband or Other Expanded Use (GN Docket No. 22-352); Shared Use of the 42-42.5 GHz Band (WT Docket No. 23-158); Use of Spectrum Bands Above 24 GHz For Mobile Radio Services (GN Docket No. 14- 177). Summary: The Commission will consider a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that explores ways that the 12.7-13.25 GHz and 42.0-42.5 GHz bands could be used more intensively by satellite communications, as an alternative or a complement to the previous proposals for terrestrial wireless communications in these bands. ------------------------------------------------------------------------
Learn More📞FCC Announces North American Numbering Council Meeting Details
In this document, the Commission released a public notice announcing a meeting of the North American Numbering Council (NANC).
Learn More📡Analysis of First Responder Network Authority Public Meeting Implications
The FirstNet Authority Board will convene an open public meeting of the Board and Board Committees.
Learn More📞FCC Proposes New Wireless E911 Location Accuracy Regulations
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the FCC or Commission) proposes rules to strengthen wireless 911 location accuracy rules and to put more actionable location information in the hands of Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) and first responders.
Learn More📄FCC Notice on Information Collection and Ownership Disclosures
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections. Comments are requested concerning: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid OMB control number.
Learn More🚀New Mechanism for Space Launch Frequency Coordinator Selection
In this document, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB or Bureau) announces a mechanism and criteria for selecting the Space Launch Frequency Coordinator for the Federal Communications Commission's (Commission) Space Launch Service. Specifically, interested parties will file applications electronically using the Commission's Electronic Comment Filing System in WT Docket 24-687, through which they will demonstrate certain minimum qualifying criteria.
Learn More🚀FCC Unveils New Licensing Procedures for Space Launch Services
In this document, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB or Bureau) announces licensing and frequency coordination procedures and data requirements for Space Launch Service licensees seeking Commission authorization to perform non-Federal space launch operations in the 2,025-2,110 MHz, 2,200-2,290 MHz, and 2,360-2,395 MHz bands.
Learn More📡Petition for Reconsideration on Wireless Emergency Alerts by FCC
Petition for Reconsideration (Petition) has been filed in the Commission's proceeding by Thomas Goode on behalf of Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions.
Learn More📡First Responder Network Authority Board Recruitment Notice
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) issues this Notice to initiate the annual process of seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to serve on the Board of the First Responder Network Authority ("FirstNet Authority Board" or the "Board"). The term for one of the twelve non-permanent members of the FirstNet Authority Board will be available for appointment or reappointment in 2025. Additionally, one of the 12 non- permanent members to the FirstNet Authority Board resigned prior to the end of her term. The Secretary of Commerce will appoint an individual to complete that Board member's three-year term through September 2027. This Notice will apply for any other vacancies that may occur in 2025.
Learn More📜FCC Notice of Suspension and Debarment Proceedings Impacting E-Rate
The Enforcement Bureau (the "Bureau") gives notice of the suspension of Simon Goldbrener from the schools and libraries universal service support mechanism (or "E-Rate Program") and all universal service support mechanisms. Additionally, the Bureau gives notice that debarment proceedings are commencing against Mr. Goldbrener. Mr. Goldbrener, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with him to provide or receive services in matters arising out of activities associated with or related to the schools and libraries support, may respond by filing an opposition request, supported by documentation.
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