📡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📡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📜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.
Learn More📡FCC Notice of Suspension and Debarment for E-Rate Program
The Enforcement Bureau (the "Bureau") gives notice of the suspension of Sholem Steinberg 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 him. Mr. Steinberg, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with Mr. Steinberg 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.
Learn More📄FCC Seeks Comments on Information Collection Requirements
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 the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. 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 techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees.
Learn More⚖️FCC Notice of Suspension and Proposed Debarment in E-Rate Program
The Enforcement Bureau (the "Bureau") gives notice of the suspension of Peretz Klein 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. Klein. Mr. Klein, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with Mr. Klein 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.
Learn More📡FCC Open Meeting on Spectrum Sharing and Regulatory Proposals
The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would promote efficient spectrum sharing between geostationary and non- geostationary satellite systems. To take account of today's satellite technology and operations and to promote efficient co-existence and expanded services to American consumers, the item would review power limits developed in the 1990s on non-geostationary satellite orbit, fixed- satellite service systems for the protection of geostationary satellite networks. 2.................. Wireless Tele- Title: Utilizing the Lower Communications. 37 GHz Band (WT Docket No. 24-243); Use of Spectrum Bands Above 24 GHz for Mobile Radio Services (GN Docket No. 14-177) Summary: The Commission will consider a Report and Order, Sixth Report and Order, and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking establishing a licensing framework for use of the 37-37.6 GHz band (Lower 37 GHz band). 3.................. Wireline Competition.. Title: Caller ID Authentication on Non-IP Networks to Block Robocalls (WC Docket No. 17-97) Summary: The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that proposes to develop a framework for evaluating whether non-IP caller ID authentication solutions are developed and reasonably available, as required by the TRACED Act, proposes to conclude that certain existing solutions satisfy those requirements, and proposes to require that providers that continue to rely on non-IP networks implement non-IP caller ID authentication solutions. 4.................. International......... Title: Clarifying Foreign Ownership Rules (GN Docket No. 25-149)
Learn More🚫Notice of Suspension and Debarment Proceedings in E-Rate Program
The Enforcement Bureau (the "Bureau") gives notice of the suspension of Moshe Schwartz 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. Schwartz. Mr. Schwartz, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with Mr. Schwartz 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.
Learn More⚖️FCC Notice of Suspension and Proposed Debarment of Ben Klein
The Enforcement Bureau (the "Bureau") gives notice of the suspension of Ben Klein 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. Klein. Mr. Klein, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends to contract with Mr. Klein 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.
Learn More📡FCC Petition for Reconsideration on 6 GHz Band Regulations
Petitions for Reconsideration (Petitions) have been filed in the Commission's rulemaking proceeding by Rick Kaplan, Alison Martin, and Robert Weller, on behalf of The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB).
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