Earlier this month, in the waning days of Jessica Rosenworcel’s tenure as Chair of the Democrat-led FCC, the FCC released a Declaratory Ruling concluding that Section 105 of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA) requires telecommunications carriers to
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LEGAL AND REGULATORY UPDATES FOR THE TELECOM INDUSTRY
The Beyond Telecom Law Blog, published by Keller Heckman, focuses on legal and regulatory issues at the intersection of communications technology and policy. It covers topics such as FCC regulations, telecommunications infrastructure, broadband deployment programs, equipment authorization, and compliance with federal communications laws. The blog analyzes developments in areas like spectrum management, broadband funding initiatives, and technology-neutral regulatory approaches. It also addresses legal challenges faced by telecom providers, including marketing and sales compliance, tax implications for network investments, and evolving government policies affecting the telecom sector.
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FCC Adopts 4.9 GHz Band Order
On October 18, 2024, the FCC adopted an Eighth Report and Order in its 4.9 GHz band proceeding. The new rules will permit a yet-to-be-selected Band Manager to be eligible for a nationwide license in the band, overlaying the licenses…
FCC’s NG911 Transition Rules
Over the summer, the FCC adopted the first nationwide Next Generation 911 (“NG911”) transition rules to define the responsibilities and set deadlines for originating service providers (“OSPs”) to implement NG911 capabilities and deliver 911 calls to NG911 systems. The final…
FCC Proposes Tweaks to its CBRS Rules
Last month, the FCC issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) that could revise the agency’s Citizens Broadband Radio Service (“CBRS”) rules in the 3.5 GHz band. The objective of the proposed changes is to better protect incumbent federal users and…
The End of Chevron Deference for Agency Decisions: Potential Implications for Telecommunications Policy
By Sean A. Stokes & Casey Lide
DISH Calls Foul on T-Mobile’s Plans for 800 MHz Spectrum
In 2019, the U.S. Department of Justice and the states of Kansas, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, and South Dakota brought a civil antitrust suit opposing the merger of T-Mobile and Sprint. According to the lawsuit, consolidating nationwide carriers from four to…
Open Internet Rules
On May 7, 2024, the FCC released a Declaratory Ruling reclassifying “broadband Internet access service” (“BIAS”) as a “telecommunications service” subject to the jurisdiction of the FCC under Title II of the Communications Act. It was accompanied by an Order…
What ISPs Need to Know About the FCC’s Title II / Open Internet Order
On May 7, 2024, the FCC released a Declaratory Ruling reclassifying “broadband Internet access service” (“BIAS”) as a “telecommunications service” subject to the jurisdiction of the FCC under Title II of the Communications Act. It was accompanied by an Order…
What ISPs Need to Know About the FCC’s Title II / Open Internet Order
On May 7, 2024, the FCC released a Declaratory Ruling reclassifying “broadband Internet access service” (“BIAS”) as a “telecommunications service” subject to the jurisdiction of the FCC under Title II of the Communications Act. It was accompanied by an Order…
FCC Approves Automated Frequency Coordination Systems
Last week, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or “Commission”) announced the approval of seven 6 GHz band Automated Frequency Coordination (“AFC”) systems. The approved systems include offerings from Qualcomm Incorporated, Federated Wireless, Inc., Sony Group Corporation, Comsearch, the Wi-Fi Alliance Services…