{"description":"Documents matching 'licensee build particular type network'","count":748,"total_pages":38,"next_page_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/documents?conditions%5Bterm%5D=licensee+build+particular+type+network&format=json&page=2","results":[{"title":"Reducing Barriers to Network Improvements and Service Changes","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that seeks comment on deregulatory options to encourage providers to build, maintain, and upgrade their networks such that all consumers and businesses can benefit from technological strides in the communications marketplace, while safeguarding consumers' access to critical emergency services such as 911. These actions propose to reduce regulatory barriers that prevent much-needed investment in and deployment of broadband and thus hinder the transition to all-IP networks offering a plethora of advanced communications services, and seek comment on ways to further fast-track the delivery of services to consumers through modernized networks while protecting public safety.","document_number":"2025-16540","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/08/28/2025-16540/reducing-barriers-to-network-improvements-and-service-changes","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-08-28/pdf/2025-16540.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-16540.pdf?1756298736","publication_date":"2025-08-28","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"“the replacement service will perform as effectively as the legacy voice service.” While the Commission acknowledged that, “[f]or most data communications, a packet-switched <span class=\"match\">network</span> (\n i.e., \n an IP <span class=\"match\">network</span>) is more efficient than a circuit-switched <span class=\"match\">network</span> (\n i.e., \n a TDM <span class=\"match\">network</span>) because a packet-switched <span class=\"match\">network</span> does not dedicate capacity for the duration of a <span class=\"match\">particular</span> call or session,” it also cited a 2013 source that suggested that “ `real-time applications proceed far more smoothly in a circuit-switched environment, where bandwidth is guaranteed"},{"title":"Periodic Review of the Designations of the Mechanical Licensing Collective and Digital Licensee Coordinator","type":"Notice","abstract":"The U.S. Copyright Office, as required by the Music Modernization Act, has completed its first periodic review of the existing designations of the mechanical licensing collective and digital licensee coordinator and has determined that both designations should be continued.","document_number":"2026-11117","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/03/2026-11117/periodic-review-of-the-designations-of-the-mechanical-licensing-collective-and-digital-licensee","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-06-03/pdf/2026-11117.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-11117.pdf?1780404320","publication_date":"2026-06-03","agencies":[{"raw_name":"LIBRARY OF CONGRESS","name":"Library of Congress","id":277,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/library-of-congress","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/277","parent_id":null,"slug":"library-of-congress"},{"raw_name":"Copyright Office","name":"Copyright Office, Library of Congress","id":87,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/copyright-office-library-of-congress","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/87","parent_id":277,"slug":"copyright-office-library-of-congress"}],"excerpts":"significant nonblanket <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>.\n 421 \n \n When asked whether it had the support of any significant nonblanket <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>, the DLC noted that “[t]here are currently only five relatively small services operating as SNBLs, the most well-known of which (Bandcamp LLC) is a DLC member.” \n 422 \n \n It also asserted that it “readily meets the statutory criteria,” as the MMA “simply requires that DLC enjoy the support `from digital music providers and significant nonblanket <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> \n that together \n represent the greatest percentage of the <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> market for uses"},{"title":"Protecting Our Communications Networks by Promoting Transparency Regarding Foreign Adversary Control","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) proposes to protect the Nation's communications networks against foreign adversary threats by proposing to expand foreign ownership disclosure requirements for covered Commission-issued licenses and authorizations. The proposed certification and information collection requirements would fill gaps in the Commission's existing rules and give the Commission, and the public, a new and comprehensive view of threats from foreign adversaries in the communications sector. Specifically, the Commission proposes to apply new certification and disclosure requirements on entities holding every type of license, permit, or authorization, rather than only certain specific licenses, as the Commission currently does. Furthermore, the Commission proposes to go beyond foreign ownership to also cover all regulated entities controlled by or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a foreign adversary.","document_number":"2025-11360","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/20/2025-11360/protecting-our-communications-networks-by-promoting-transparency-regarding-foreign-adversary-control","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-20/pdf/2025-11360.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-11360.pdf?1750250720","publication_date":"2025-06-20","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"reporting requirements, including but not limited to, broadcast <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>, multichannel video programming distributors, wireless <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>, commercial radio operators, submarine cable landing <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>, satellite <span class=\"match\">network</span> <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>, equipment authorization holders, domestic and international section 214 authorization holders, International High Frequency authorization holders, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) direct access authorization holders, section 325(c) permit holders, Data <span class=\"match\">Network</span> Identification Code holders, International Signaling Point Code"},{"title":"Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Report and Order that updates the Commission's submarine cable licensing process and adopts rule changes to protect critical U.S. communications infrastructure against foreign adversary threats, specifically those posed by an entity that is owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a foreign adversary. The Report and Order adopts a requirement for certain licensees to file an annual report about the licensee, submarine cable system ownership, and submarine cable operations. The Report and Order adopts a one-time information collection for licensees to identify, among other things, how many entities currently own or operate submarine line terminal equipment (SLTEs) on existing licensed cable systems. The Report and Order also requires applicants and licensees to certify that they have created, updated, and implemented a cybersecurity and physical security risk management plan and requires applicants to certify that the submarine cable system will not use equipment or services identified on the Commission's Covered List. With respect to the circuit capacity data collection, the Report and Order adopts streamlined rules and eliminates the requirement for licensees to file a cable operator report about the capacity on a cable and clarify the types of capacity that need to be reported on an annual basis.","document_number":"2025-19658","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/10/27/2025-19658/review-of-submarine-cable-landing-license-rules-and-procedures-to-assess-evolving-national-security","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-10-27/pdf/2025-19658.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-19658.pdf?1761309905","publication_date":"2025-10-27","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"our revocation process to revoke its license or remove the <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> from a license held by multiple <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>. We would deem the failure to respond to this \n Report and Order \n as presumptive evidence that the <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> is no longer in operation. We will publish in the \n Federal Register \n a list of non-responsive <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> and non-operating <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> identified by responding <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> and provide an additional thirty (30) days from that publication for those <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to respond to the information collection requirement or file a notification to"},{"title":"Protecting Our Communications Networks by Promoting Transparency Regarding Foreign Adversary Control","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) addresses the risks of foreign adversary control of Commission-granted licenses and authorizations by adopting rules requiring a broad range of holders of such licenses, authorizations, or approvals to attest whether they are owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a foreign adversary, and, if so, to disclose additional information about such foreign adversary control. Among other things, the Commission defines categories of licenses and authorizations that are subject to the rules, and establishes a streamlined process by which license and authorization holders should file their foreign adversary control attestations and disclosures.","document_number":"2026-06992","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/10/2026-06992/protecting-our-communications-networks-by-promoting-transparency-regarding-foreign-adversary-control","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-04-10/pdf/2026-06992.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-06992.pdf?1775738718","publication_date":"2026-04-10","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"identify and permit automated switching of data traffic to <span class=\"match\">particular</span> <span class=\"match\">networks</span>. DNICs are unique numerical codes designed to provide discrete identification of individual public data <span class=\"match\">networks</span>. The assignment of a DNIC to a <span class=\"match\">particular</span> data <span class=\"match\">network</span> allows <span class=\"match\">network</span> switches throughout the world to recognize that <span class=\"match\">network</span> and to direct traffic to it. Currently, applicants seeking a DNIC must include in the application, among other things, a <span class=\"match\">network</span> diagram showing the international nature of the <span class=\"match\">network</span>; a description of the service(s)/application(s) for which"},{"title":"Spectrum Abundance for Weird Space Stuff","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or we) looks to bring spectrum abundance for emergent space activities. \"Emergent\" or \"emergent space operations\" are those spacecraft or commercial operations in space that use radio spectrum for control of, or communications with, a spacecraft, but which are not communications satellites. Currently there is an acute shortage of usable and readily accessible spectrum for telemetry, tracking and command (TT&C) functions that are essential for operating emergent spacecraft. Accordingly, this document seeks to clarify and expand the Commission's traditional regulatory classifications so that emergent space operations have more predictable access to spectrum. Additionally, this document proposes to add a secondary allocation for the Space Operation Service (SOS) in spectrum bands that could support emergent space activities, particularly in frequency bands allocated for non-Federal use that may be lightly used in certain geographic areas. This document also proposes to allow existing licensees to lease their spectrum to earth station licensees to provide SOS in connection with emergent spacecraft.","document_number":"2026-06865","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/09/2026-06865/spectrum-abundance-for-weird-space-stuff","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-04-09/pdf/2026-06865.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-06865.pdf?1775652316","publication_date":"2026-04-09","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"can be made with earth station <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> for individual earth stations or for multiple earth stations. They also can be made for earth stations communicating with the earth station <span class=\"match\">licensee's</span> own space stations, or through an earth station <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> that provides Ground-Station-as-a-Service (GSaaS) for multiple third-party space stations. We seek comment on whether there are efficiencies to be gained from conducting TT&amp;C for emergent space operations as GSaaS, rather than having each space station license also <span class=\"match\">build</span> its own facilities for TT&amp;C"},{"title":"Space Modernization for the 21st Century","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or we) proposes to overhaul and modernize the Commission's space and earth station licensing process to help \"ensure that new space-based industries, space exploration capabilities, and cutting-edge defense systems are pioneered in America rather than by our adversaries.\" In particular, the NPRM proposes to develop a \"licensing assembly line\" designed so applications can be routed along different paths and segmented for review based on specific aspects of a request. This new process would set the stage for ongoing efficiency gains and would provide greater predictability and flexibility for applicants. In this way, we expect--like actual assembly lines--that the space review processes can be dramatically accelerated while improving the quality of the Commission's space licensing work.","document_number":"2025-22019","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/05/2025-22019/space-modernization-for-the-21st-century","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-12-05/pdf/2025-22019.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-22019.pdf?1764855918","publication_date":"2025-12-05","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"should apply to existing <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> and market access grant recipients as of the effective date of the rule changes, or what, if any, reason exists to grandfather existing <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> for <span class=\"match\">particular</span> aspects of the existing regulatory framework. The Commission's goal is to ensure that all <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> and market access recipients ultimately operate under a single set of part 100 rules without disrupting reasonable expectations.\n \n 198. Accordingly, we propose to apply all procedural aspects of part 100 prospectively to every <span class=\"match\">licensee</span>, regardless of whether"},{"title":"Facilitating Implementation of Next Generation 911 Services (NG911); Improving 911 Reliability","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the FCC or Commission) proposes rules that would help ensure that emerging Next Generation 911 (NG911) networks are reliable and interoperable. NG911 is replacing legacy 911 technology across the country with Internet Protocol (IP)-based infrastructure that will support new 911 capabilities, including text, video, and data. However, for NG911 to be fully effective, NG911 networks must safeguard the reliability of critical components and support the interoperability needed to seamlessly transfer 911 calls and data from one network to another. When the Commission first adopted 911 reliability rules in 2013, the transition to NG911 was in its very early stages. Since then, many state and local 911 Authorities have made significant progress in deploying NG911 capabilities in their jurisdictions. This Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) is the next step in fulfilling the Commission's commitment to facilitate the NG911 transition and to ensure that the transition does not inadvertently create vulnerabilities in the nation's critical public safety networks. The FNPRM proposes to update the definition of \"covered 911 service provider\" in the Commission's existing 911 reliability rules to ensure that the rules apply to service providers that control or operate critical pathways and components in NG911 networks. It also proposes to update the reliability standards for providers of critical NG911 functions to ensure the reliable delivery of 911 traffic to NG911 delivery points, and proposes to establish NG911 interoperability requirements for interstate transfer of 911 traffic between Emergency Services IP Networks (ESInets). In addition, the FNPRM proposes to modify the certification and oversight mechanisms in the current 911 reliability rules to improve reliability and interoperability in NG911 systems while minimizing burdens on service providers, and proposes to empower state and local 911 Authorities to obtain reliability and interoperability certifications directly from covered 911 service providers.","document_number":"2025-09279","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/06/04/2025-09279/facilitating-implementation-of-next-generation-911-services-ng911-improving-911-reliability","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-06-04/pdf/2025-09279.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-09279.pdf?1748954707","publication_date":"2025-06-04","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"disseminated lessons learned from major <span class=\"match\">network</span> outages and reminded and encouraged communications service providers to review industry best practices to ensure <span class=\"match\">network</span> reliability.\n 20 \n \n The Bureau created a new <span class=\"match\">network</span> reliability page (\n http://www.fcc.gov/<span class=\"match\">network</span>-reliability-resources \n ) to help ensure that <span class=\"match\">network</span> providers, public safety entities, and the general public can readily access the Bureau's work in promoting industry best practices.\n 21 \n \n Based on the Bureau's analysis of several major <span class=\"match\">network</span> outages that affected subscribers,"},{"title":"Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) that proposes to prevent national security risks from current and potential foreign adversaries, while encouraging the use of trusted technology and measures to further accelerate the buildout of submarine cables. The FNPRM proposes a regulatory framework that would grant a blanket license to entities that own or operate Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTEs), subject to certain exclusions and routine conditions, such as a tailored foreign adversary annual report. The FNPRM proposes new certifications and routine conditions related to foreign adversaries to further protect submarine cables from national security risks. The FNPRM also proposes an approach to expedite deployment of submarine cables that connect to the United States by presumptively excluding submarine cable applications from referral to the relevant Executive Branch agencies if they meet certain standards. The FNPRM seeks comment on requiring existing licensees to remove from their submarine cable system covered equipment or services, within a specified timeframe prior to the expiration of the license. The FNPRM also seeks comment on how the Commission can use its authority to incentivize and encourage the adoption and the use of trusted technologies produced and provided by the United States and its foreign allies.","document_number":"2025-19657","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/10/27/2025-19657/review-of-submarine-cable-landing-license-rules-and-procedures-to-assess-evolving-national-security","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-10-27/pdf/2025-19657.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-19657.pdf?1761309905","publication_date":"2025-10-27","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"potential impact on <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> that currently use the aforementioned third-party service providers? Will this increase costs for <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> significantly? What is the length of time that <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> would need to choose alternative third-party service providers? Should the Commission provide additional guidance on how <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> can verify whether third-party service providers are owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a foreign adversary? For example, should the Commission merely require that <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> exercise their reasonable"},{"title":"Facilitating Implementation of Next Generation 911 Services (NG911); Improving 911 Reliability","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the FCC or Commission) adopts rules to ensure that emerging Next Generation 911 (NG911) networks are reliable and interoperable. NG911 is replacing legacy 911 technology across the country with internet Protocol (IP)- based infrastructure that will support new 911 capabilities, including text, video, and data. However, for NG911 to be fully effective, NG911 networks must be designed to safeguard the reliability of critical components and support the interoperability needed to seamlessly transfer 911 calls and data from one network to another. The rules require entities essential to delivering emergency calls in the NG911 environment to implement common sense measures to safeguard the reliability of NG911 networks and reduce the risk of 911 outages, and require certain entities to report on their support for NG911 interoperability. The rules also eliminate unnecessary and burdensome legacy rules to increase flexibility and encourage technical innovation to make NG911 services reliable, interoperable, and accessible to all.","document_number":"2026-13998","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/10/2026-13998/facilitating-implementation-of-next-generation-911-services-ng911-improving-911-reliability","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-10/pdf/2026-13998.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-13998.pdf?1783601118","publication_date":"2026-07-10","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"there is any path between two points in an IP <span class=\"match\">network</span>, then the <span class=\"match\">network</span> will automatically find and use that path.” \n 236 \n \n Because NG911 <span class=\"match\">networks</span> can deliver traffic along numerous possible routes, physical separation of individual IP paths may not be essential in all locations to achieve reasonable <span class=\"match\">network</span> reliability.\n 237 \n \n Instead, NG911 <span class=\"match\">networks</span> create resiliency by maintaining redundant routers or nodes and node links that automatically failover to redundant elements and paths. These <span class=\"match\">networks</span> typically space redundant elements widely in"},{"title":"Single Network Future: Supplemental Coverage From Space; Space Innovation","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopts rules to facilitate the deployment of supplemental coverage from space (SCS) in an effort to serve several important public interest goals for the Nation and expand the reach of communications services, particularly emergency services, so that connectivity and assistance is available in more remote places. In this document, to allow satellite communications on spectrum previously allocated only to terrestrial services, the Commission modifies the United States Table of Frequency Allocations to authorize bi- directional, secondary mobile-satellite service operations in certain spectrum bands that have no primary, non-flexible-use legacy incumbents, Federal or non-Federal. For these bands, we authorize SCS only where one or more terrestrial licensees--together holding all licenses on the relevant channel throughout a defined geographically independent area--lease access to their spectrum rights to a participating satellite operator, whose license reflects these frequencies and the geographically independent area in which they will offer SCS. In recognition that this new offering has the potential to bring life-saving connectivity to remote areas, the Commission also applies interim 911 call and text routing requirements to ensure that help is available to those who need it today while we work toward enabling automatic location-based routing of all emergency communications whether or not there is a terrestrial connection available.","document_number":"2024-06669","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/04/30/2024-06669/single-network-future-supplemental-coverage-from-space-space-innovation","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-04-30/pdf/2024-06669.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-06669.pdf?1714398252","publication_date":"2024-04-30","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"arrangement with one or more satellite operators. \n (ii) If there are multiple co-channel <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> that collectively hold all co-channel licenses in a <span class=\"match\">particular</span> band throughout one of six GIAs, the <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> may enter into spectrum leasing arrangements only under one of the following conditions: \n (A) One <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> holding a license in the GIA must enter into an individual spectrum leasing arrangement with each of the other co-channel <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> in that GIA. The <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> may then enter into a leasing arrangement with one satellite operator; or \n (B) One"},{"title":"Revising Non-Over-the-Counter Firearms Transaction Requirements","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"Federal law permits federal firearms licensees (\"FFLs\") to transfer firearms to a person residing in the same state but who does not appear in person. These are \"non-over-the-counter\" (\"NOTC\") sales. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (\"ATF\") proposes amending Department of Justice (\"Department\") regulations on NOTC sales. These proposed changes would remove restrictions limiting this option to background check-exempt transfers. The proposed rule would permit FFLs to conduct NOTC transfers while complying with background check requirements and adds remote identity proofing and electronic notices to chief law enforcement officers. These changes would provide greater flexibility for individuals lawfully purchasing firearms.","document_number":"2026-09157","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/08/2026-09157/revising-non-over-the-counter-firearms-transaction-requirements","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-05-08/pdf/2026-09157.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-09157.pdf?1778157914","publication_date":"2026-05-08","agencies":[{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE","name":"Justice Department","id":268,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/justice-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/268","parent_id":null,"slug":"justice-department"},{"raw_name":"Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives","name":"Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Bureau","id":19,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explosives-bureau","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/19","parent_id":268,"slug":"alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explosives-bureau"}],"excerpts":"for § 478.124(c) in which (c)(5) would have the heading “<span class=\"match\">Licensee</span> verifications” and would bring together the verification steps <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> must take for over-the-counter transfers and the existing NICS-exempt NOTC transfers. The § 478.124(c)(5) amendments proposed in this rule would incorporate into that section <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> steps for verifying NOTC transfers that involve NICS background checks as well.\n \n \n This proposed rule would add a new paragraph § 478.124(5)(c)(iii) requiring <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>, for NOTC transfers subject to a NICS check, to ensure transferees"},{"title":"Facilitating More Intensive Use of Upper Microwave Spectrum","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (\"FCC\" or \"Commission\") seeks comment on a variety of measures aimed at facilitating more intensive use of spectrum in the 24 GHz, 28 GHz, upper 37 GHz, 39 GHz, 47 GHz, and 50 GHz bands (together, the UMFUS bands). These bands are shared between the terrestrial Upper Microwave Flexible Use Service (UMFUS) and the Fixed-Satellite Service (FSS) pursuant to the Commission's rules. When the Commission created this framework in 2016, it assumed that UMFUS bands would be used intensively as a part of terrestrial 5G networks, that earth station deployment in the bands would be relatively light, and that the technical rules adopted were necessary to protect terrestrial UMFUS operations but not too onerous to chill FSS earth station siting. Since that time, it has become more clear how the bands are being used for terrestrial service and how growth in the space economy has increased interest in using the UMFUS bands for FSS. Given these shifts, the requirements contained in the Commission's rules have proven to be an impediment to processing earth station applications in the bands. Accordingly, the NPRM would seek input on a variety of mechanisms that might facilitate more intensive use of the UMFUS bands and improve licensing efficiency.","document_number":"2025-21805","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/03/2025-21805/facilitating-more-intensive-use-of-upper-microwave-spectrum","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-12-03/pdf/2025-21805.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-21805.pdf?1764683112","publication_date":"2025-12-03","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"operating rules for UMFUS. It granted mobile operating rights in the 28 GHz band to existing Local Multipoint Distribution Service (LMDS) <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>. Similarly, the \n Spectrum Frontiers Report and Order \n granted mobile operating rights to existing 39 GHz band <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>. The Commission revised the 39 GHz band plan to provide <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> with wider blocks of contiguous spectrum and established a mechanism for existing <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to transition to the new band plan. It adopted service and technical rules designed to facilitate full and complete use of the bands"},{"title":"Program Originating FM Broadcast Booster Stations","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) adopts a Second Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration (Second R&O) on processing, licensing, and service rules that will allow voluntary, limited use of FM booster stations to originate content on a permanent basis. This action builds upon an April 2024 Commission action which permitted experimental use of program originating boosters subject to adoption of such rules. The rule changes are needed to expand the potential uses of FM booster stations, which previously could not originate programming. The intended effect is to allow radio broadcasters to provide more relevant localized programming and information to different zones within their service areas.","document_number":"2024-29290","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/12/13/2024-29290/program-originating-fm-broadcast-booster-stations","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-12-13/pdf/2024-29290.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-29290.pdf?1734011125","publication_date":"2024-12-13","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"programming over the booster(s) the <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> has considered the characteristics and needs of the coverage area of the booster station and has not used the booster to exclude or diminish service to other populations within that area or other areas within the service area of the booster's primary station. We conclude that this certification would pose a very minimal burden on <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> but serve as a regular reminder to use program originating boosters as an enhancement intended to target rather than to exclude. \n 18. FM <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> would place the certification"},{"title":"Review of the Commission's Rules Governing the 896-901/935-940 MHz Band","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) continues its efforts to expand broadband access in the 896-901/935-940 MHz band. This Report and Order now makes broadband available across all ten megahertz of this band. This Report and Order creates three options for 900 MHz licenses: a narrowband license; paired three-megahertz channels, called 3/3 broadband licenses: and paired five-megahertz channels, called 5/5 licenses.","document_number":"2026-06239","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/31/2026-06239/review-of-the-commissions-rules-governing-the-896-901935-940-mhz-band","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-03-31/pdf/2026-06239.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-06239.pdf?1774874720","publication_date":"2026-03-31","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"continue the positive trend of investment in this band as <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> have found this term to be long enough to <span class=\"match\">build</span> out a service <span class=\"match\">network</span>. This is reflected in the scope for activity since the \n 3/3 900 MHz R&amp;O. \n Anterix reports that there are currently at least seven utilities deploying 900 MHz broadband <span class=\"match\">networks</span> across a multitude of states and that more than 125 leading technology and service providers are driving utility solutions. Our actions today seek to <span class=\"match\">build</span> upon this <span class=\"match\">type</span> of success; keeping a consistent license and renewal term across"},{"title":"Promoting Technological Solutions To Combat Contraband Wireless Device Use in Correctional Facilities","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) seeks comment on proposals that would enhance public safety by removing regulatory barriers to the deployment and viability of existing and developing technologies that combat contraband wireless device use in correctional facilities. This document seeks comment on a proposed framework to authorize, for the first time, non-federal operation of radio frequency (RF) jamming solutions in correctional facilities. The Commission seeks to foster a collaborative environment among key stakeholders, including departments of correction, solutions providers, wireless providers, public safety and 911 entities, to explore an expanded range of solutions to a shared problem.","document_number":"2025-21325","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/11/26/2025-21325/promoting-technological-solutions-to-combat-contraband-wireless-device-use-in-correctional","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-11-26/pdf/2025-21325.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-21325.pdf?1764078345","publication_date":"2025-11-26","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"any such harmful interference and implementing a solution. For example, should we require overlay <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to establish some <span class=\"match\">type</span> of common electronic means of receiving initial notification of harmful interference complaints from in-band and adjacent band <span class=\"match\">licensees</span>? If so, what information should we require in a complaint? Should we also impose a response time on the overlay <span class=\"match\">licensee</span>? We seek comment on whether we should require overlay <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> receiving an initial notification of harmful interference to perform a timely analysis and identification"},{"title":"In the Matter of Upper C-band (3.98-4.2 GHz)","type":"Proposed Rule","abstract":"In this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) seeks comment on proposed rule changes that would expand the ecosystem for next generation wireless services in the 3.7-4.2 GHz band (C-band) by making as much as 180, and at least 100, megahertz of the 3.98-4.2 GHz band (Upper C-band) available for terrestrial wireless flexible use via a system of competitive bidding. This action would be in furtherance of Congress' direction in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB Act) to \"complet[e] a system of competitive bidding not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act for not less than 100 megahertz in the band between 3.98 gigahertz and 4.2 gigahertz.\" The NPRM seeks comment on options for reconfiguring the Upper C-band in the contiguous United States ranging from 180 megahertz (3.98-4.16 GHz) to the congressionally mandated minimum of 100 megahertz (3.98-4.08 GHz) for terrestrial wireless use. The NPRM seeks comment on how much Upper C- band spectrum--beyond the minimum 100 megahertz required by the OBBB Act--could be repurposed by incumbent fixed satellite service (FSS) space station operators and on how the transition could be effectuated if their existing customers relocate out of the C-band. Under any of the reconfiguration options under consideration, the NPRM's baseline proposition is to apply the existing 3.7 GHz Service rules (applicable in the Lower C-band from 3.7-3.98 GHz) to any newly authorized terrestrial wireless operations. Any other rules and requirements, including those relating to the transition process, would be modeled to the greatest extent possible on those that applied to the Lower C-band transition. The NPRM also seeks comment on a range of issues associated with repurposing some portion of the Upper C-band, including: reallocation of the 4.0-4.2 GHz band; competitive bidding procedures for an eventual auction; licensing, operating, and technical rules for any new wireless services; (4) transitioning incumbent FSS operations; and promoting co-existence with adjacent band radio altimeters.","document_number":"2025-22020","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/05/2025-22020/in-the-matter-of-upper-c-band-398-42-ghz","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-12-05/pdf/2025-22020.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2025-22020.pdf?1764855918","publication_date":"2025-12-05","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"Commission asserted that a performance metric based on geographic area coverage (or presence) allows for <span class=\"match\">networks</span> that provide meaningful service but deploy along lines other than residential population. Although the Commission adopted an additional performance metric to facilitate the deployment of IoT and other innovative services, it also emphasized that there is no requirement that a <span class=\"match\">licensee</span> <span class=\"match\">build</span> a <span class=\"match\">particular</span> <span class=\"match\">type</span> of <span class=\"match\">network</span> or provide a <span class=\"match\">particular</span> <span class=\"match\">type</span> of service in order to use whatever metric it selects to meet its performance requirement.\n \n \n"},{"title":"Risk-Informed, Technology-Inclusive Regulatory Framework for Advanced Reactors","type":"Rule","abstract":"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is amending its regulations by adding a risk-informed, performance-based, and technology-inclusive regulatory framework for commercial nuclear plants in response to the Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act (NEIMA). The current application and licensing requirements were primarily developed to address license requests concerning light water- cooled reactors and operational requirements for those types of reactors. This final rule responds to NEIMA by creating an alternative, technology-inclusive regulatory framework to accommodate licensing of future commercial nuclear plants, including advanced reactor designs that may not employ light-water technology.","document_number":"2026-06048","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/30/2026-06048/risk-informed-technology-inclusive-regulatory-framework-for-advanced-reactors","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-03-30/pdf/2026-06048.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-06048.pdf?1774615514","publication_date":"2026-03-30","agencies":[{"raw_name":"NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION","name":"Nuclear Regulatory Commission","id":383,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/nuclear-regulatory-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/383","parent_id":null,"slug":"nuclear-regulatory-commission"}],"excerpts":"860(a) requires <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to develop, implement, and maintain a physical protection program that meets either § 73.55 or § 73.100, and includes physical protection of SNM and Category 1 and Category 2 radioactive material, if applicable. \n Section 53.860(b) requires <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to establish, implement, and maintain an FFD program under part 26. Section 53.860(c) requires <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to establish, implement, and maintain an AA program in accordance with either § 73.56 or § 73.120, as appropriate. Section 53.860(d) requires <span class=\"match\">licensees</span> to establish, implement"},{"title":"Facilitating Implementation of Next Generation 911 Services (NG911); Location-Based Routing for Wireless 911 Calls","type":"Rule","abstract":"In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (the FCC or Commission) adopted a Report and Order to advance the nationwide Next Generation 911 (NG911) transition rules that define the responsibilities and set deadlines for originating service providers (OSPs) to implement NG911 capabilities on their networks and deliver 911 calls to NG911 systems established by 911 authorities. In addition, the rules preserve the authority of state, territorial, regional, Tribal, and local government to adopt alternative approaches to the configuration, timing, and cost responsibility for NG911 implementation within their jurisdictions.","document_number":"2024-18603","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/09/24/2024-18603/facilitating-implementation-of-next-generation-911-services-ng911-location-based-routing-for","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-09-24/pdf/2024-18603.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-18603.pdf?1727095514","publication_date":"2024-09-24","agencies":[{"raw_name":"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION","name":"Federal Communications Commission","id":161,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/federal-communications-commission","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/161","parent_id":null,"slug":"federal-communications-commission"}],"excerpts":"of the software services, databases, <span class=\"match\">network</span> elements, and interfaces needed to process multimedia emergency calls and data for NG911.\n 52 \n \n The i3 standard is intended to “support[ ] end-to-end IP connectivity,” while using “gateways . . . to accommodate legacy wireline and wireless originating <span class=\"match\">networks</span> that are non-IP as well as legacy PSAPs that interconnect to the i3 solution architecture.” \n 53 \n \n In addition, NENA i3 addresses the concept of the ESInet, “an IP-based inter-<span class=\"match\">network</span> (<span class=\"match\">network</span> or <span class=\"match\">networks</span>) that can be shared by all public safety"},{"title":"Request for Comments: Unlocking the Full Potential of Intellectual Property by Translating More Innovation to the Marketplace","type":"Notice","abstract":"American innovation is a cornerstone of our strong, vibrant economy, with robust development of emerging and early-stage innovation spurring entrepreneurship and other economic activity. Intellectual property (IP) forms the bridge that moves innovation to impact for the benefit of society. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO, or the Agency) is committed to supporting translation of innovations to the marketplace through commercialization and is seeking public comment on how the agency can build on current initiatives to advance this commitment. The USPTO, with support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the National Science Foundation (NSF), seeks input on new ways to unlock the potential of intellectual property for the public good by fostering pathways for innovation to reach the marketplace, with particular attention to green, critical, and emerging technologies.","document_number":"2024-05504","html_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/03/15/2024-05504/request-for-comments-unlocking-the-full-potential-of-intellectual-property-by-translating-more","pdf_url":"https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-03-15/pdf/2024-05504.pdf","public_inspection_pdf_url":"https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-05504.pdf?1710420324","publication_date":"2024-03-15","agencies":[{"raw_name":"DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE","name":"Commerce Department","id":54,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/commerce-department","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/54","parent_id":null,"slug":"commerce-department"},{"raw_name":"Patent and Trademark Office","name":"Patent and Trademark Office","id":402,"url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/patent-and-trademark-office","json_url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/api/v1/agencies/402","parent_id":54,"slug":"patent-and-trademark-office"}],"excerpts":"commercialization and is seeking public comment on how the agency can <span class=\"match\">build</span> on current initiatives to advance this commitment. The USPTO, with support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the National Science Foundation (NSF), seeks input on new \n \n ways to unlock the potential of intellectual property for the public good by fostering pathways for innovation to reach the marketplace, with <span class=\"match\">particular</span> attention to green, critical, and emerging technologies.\n \n \n \n"}]}