FCC Open Meeting Recap: October 2022

On today’s episode of the Full Spectrum podcast, attorneys from Kelley Drye’s Communications practice highlight items from the FCC’s October Open Meeting. First, partner Chip Yorkgitis discusses the Commission’s adoption of a Notice of Inquiry to explore the potential restructuring of the 12.7 GHz Band to accommodate the introduction of Next-Generation and other mobile Wireless Services (1:15-13:39). Following Chip, partner Hank Kelly discusses Caller ID Authentication on Non-IP Networks (13:45-26:23). Finally, special counsel Mike Dover covers the FCC’s consideration of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to strengthen the operational readiness of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts (26:33-47:13).

FCC Open Meeting Recap: September 29, 2022

Full Spectrum’s FCC Open Meeting Recaps feature a first take and analysis following the FCC’s monthly Open Meetings, with an emphasis on the agenda items directly impacting our clients.

This month, Special Counsel Mike Dover discusses the Commission’s Report and Order modifying the clarity and accessibility of Emergency Alert System (EAS) messages to the public to make alerts more accessible to the public, including for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing. (1:00).

Partner Chip Yorkgitis discusses the Commission’s Second Report and Order addressing mitigation of orbital debris that adopts rules requiring low-Earth orbit space station operators planning disposal of their satellites after the end of mission through uncontrolled atmospheric re-entry, absent a waiver or applicable grandfathering, to complete disposal as soon as practicable and, in any event, within five years. (16:40)

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FCC Open Meeting Recap: April 21, 2022

Full Spectrum’s FCC Open Meeting Recaps feature instant reaction and analysis following the FCC’s monthly Open Meetings, with an emphasis on the agenda items directly impacting our clients. This month, Partner Chip Yorkgitis and Associate Belen Crisp discuss key actions and topics from the April 21st meeting, including (1:00) a look at the role receiver performance policies or requirements might play in the FCC’s spectrum management responsibilities, (11:05) strengthening Wireless Emergency Alerts, and (16:01) a proposed fine related to a common carrier’s alleged failure to comply with foreign ownership-related requirements. Look out for ongoing coverage of these topics and future meetings.