On July 22, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission unanimously adopted the Report and Order (R&O) in its Space Modernization proceeding, marking the next major step in the agency’s effort to modernize its satellite licensing rules. As discussed in our February 2026 GT Alert, the Commission’s rulemaking efforts have been unfolding alongside legislative proposals aimed at streamlining satellite and spectrum regulation. The rules discussed in the R&O replace the Commission’s longstanding Part 25 satellite licensing framework with an entirely new regulatory regime under Part 100.

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Kathryne (Kate) C. Dickerson is a dynamic and results-focused advocate with over 15 years of experience representing clients in the communications, space, technology, and broadcast media sectors. She works at the intersection of law, innovation, and policy to provide counsel in regulatory and…

Kathryne (Kate) C. Dickerson is a dynamic and results-focused advocate with over 15 years of experience representing clients in the communications, space, technology, and broadcast media sectors. She works at the intersection of law, innovation, and policy to provide counsel in regulatory and rulemaking proceedings, enforcement and compliance matters, and transactional issues.

Kate’s experience spans advocacy before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Association (NTIA), and other federal agencies, as well as international regulators such as the UK’s Ofcom. She focuses on matters related to non-geostationary (NGSO) and geostationary (GSO) satellite operators, spectrum allocation, licensing, and compliance, with the ability to advise established companies as well as new entrants. Kate is skilled at developing creative and effective advocacy strategies for clients navigating the federal notice-and-comment rulemaking process or seeking regulatory approvals in emerging sectors, including the new space economy. Her broad experience also extends to advising commercial and noncommercial broadcasters on a wide range of regulatory issues, including assignments, transfers of control, content and technical rules, and transactional and contracts matters.

From well-established broadcasters to cutting edge space entrepreneurs, Kate’s deep understanding of the regulatory landscape enables her to deliver practical and effective strategies for her clients, advancing the goals of her clients while seeking to ensure compliance with existing and emerging regulatory frameworks.

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