On November 2, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC’s) Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (“Bureau”) published a public notice in the Federal Register focused on asking whether the 71-76 GHz, 81-86 GHz, 92-94 GHz, and the 94.1-95 GHz bands (“70/80/90 GHz Bands”)
CommLaw Monitor
News and Analysis from Kelley Drye’s Communications Practice Group
CommLaw Monitor, published by Kelley Drye & Warren LLP, focuses on regulatory developments and legal issues related to communications law. The blog covers topics such as Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulatory fees, licensing and authorization under Section 214 of the Communications Act, universal service fund programs, spectrum management, and broadband deployment initiatives. It provides updates on FCC rulemakings, notices of proposed rulemaking, and administrative procedures affecting telecommunications providers, broadcasters, satellite operators, and other regulated entities. The blog also addresses compliance deadlines, policy changes, and enforcement matters relevant to communications industry stakeholders.
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Join Kelley Drye and Telecom Council at TC3 Carrier Connections
By Kelley Drye
On November 16th, Partner Steve Augustino will host the “Private 5G Networks” roundtable during Telecom Council’s virtual TC3 conference. This discussion will delve into this latest trend in 5G innovation, including the choices of unlicensed or licensed spectrum, MVNOs,…
FTC Staff Report Puts Spotlight Back on ISP Data Collection and Use Practices; FCC Re-Regulation Suggested
Over the past few years, the data collection and use practices of Internet Service Providers (“ISPs”) have largely flown under the radar while large internet platforms and the broader adtech industry have been under greater scrutiny. That respite may be…
FCC Proposes Amending Privacy and Number Portability Rules to Stop Virtual Cell Phone Theft
By Kelley Drye
On September 30, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) proposing new requirements for mobile wireless carriers to protect consumers from two practices that nefarious actors use to take control of a subscriber’s cell…
Join Kelley Drye at the 2021 INCOMPAS Show
By Hank Kelly
Partner Hank Kelly will present “The Path to a Fully Connected America: Strategies for Expanding Broadband Access and Affordability” during The 2021 INCOMPAS Show’s Policy Workshop on October 25th. Getting and keeping Americans connected has become a priority for policymakers…
FCC Adopts Standard Questions to Facilitate Executive Branch Review of Applications Involving Foreign Interests in Applicants
At its September 30, 2021 Open Meeting, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC” or the “Commission”) unanimously adopted a Second Report and Order in IB Docket No. 16-155 requiring applicants with reportable foreign ownership seeking Commission approval for certain applications to…
Join Kelley Drye and i3forum for Webinar on Robocalling and FCC Regulations
By Kelley Drye
On October 14, Partner Steve Augustino will join a panel of international experts to present “Stopping Robocalling: Carrier Strategies for FCC Regulatory Compliance, Call Authentication, And Preventing CLI Spoofing”. This panel will examine the current state of illegal robocall mitigation,…
The FCC’s Packed September Meeting Agenda Includes Focus on IoT Spectrum and Robocall Prevention
By Kelley Drye
The FCC released a full agenda for its next Commission Open Meeting, scheduled for September 30, 2021. The agency will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) to improve the Wireless Network Resiliency Cooperative Framework (“Framework”) and outage reporting. The…
FCC Closes Out the Summer With STIR/SHAKEN Revocation in August Open Meeting
By Kelley Drye
Today, the FCC is holding its last Open Meeting of the summer. Here is the agenda. The meeting will first consider a Public Notice to establish two new Innovation Zones for experimental licenses in Boston, MA and Raleigh, NC…
FCC Closes Out the Summer With STIR/SHAKEN Revocation in August Open Meeting
By Kelley Drye & Kelley Drye
Today, the FCC is holding its last Open Meeting of the summer. Here is the agenda. The meeting will first consider a Public Notice to establish two new Innovation Zones for experimental licenses in Boston, MA and Raleigh, NC…