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natlawreview.com /2 weeks ago

FCC Download: Monthly Updates - May 2026

Welcome to our monthly update on significant FCC actions and filing deadlines. The FCC’s recent actions modernize satellite spectrum-sharing rules, strengthen protections against i...

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

FCC Opens Inquiry Into Communications Marketplace

Biennial report will assess marketplace competition, identifying barriers and regulatory needs.

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theblaze.com /3 weeks ago

Trump's FCC is finally clearing the path for landline upgrades

Most Americans today use modern, IP-based communications networks. However, 2% of Americans (about seven million people) still depend on legacy copper telephone systems. These netw...

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

Trusty Speaks on U.S. Wireless and Spectrum Policy at Industry Forum

In New Orleans, the FCC commissioner outlined efforts to expand broadband access and cut regulatory burdens.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

USTelecom Pushed for White House Environmental Review Guidance

The White House released new guidance on streamlining federal environmental reviews.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

USF Challengers to Judges: FCC Not Limited by Telecom Act

Lawmakers are working to update the fund’s contribution base.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

Lawmakers Weigh Satellite Licensing Overhaul Amid Growing Demand

Witnesses said delays in the current system can hinder innovation and increase costs. 

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broadbandbreakfast.com /3 weeks ago

Vacated – Eighth Circuit Tosses Out Rosenworcel’s Digital Discrimination Rules over Unlawful ‘Disparate Impact’ Standard

Court took 588 days from oral arguments to deliver another major judicial setback for Biden-era communications policies embraced by FCC Democrats Jessica Rosenworcel, Anna Gomez, a...

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

FCC Grants AST SpaceMobile’s Direct-to-Cell Request

The satellite company can offer service with AT&T and Verizon spectrum, and operate up to 248 satellites.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

Chamber of Commerce Backs FCC Permitting Reforms to Speed Broadband Deployment

The group argued regulatory clarity and consistency are needed to boost investment.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

Senators Propose Update to Communications Accessibility Law

Bill would a 2010 law to expand accessibility requirements to emerging digital services.

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telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com /1 month ago

Spam menace: Telcos, Internet cos clash over views to regulate OTTs

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), which represents Jio, Airtel, and Vi, noted that neither the Telecommunications Act, 2023, nor the TRAI Act, 1999, envisages dif...

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

Virginia Enacts Law to Streamline Wireless Infrastructure Upgrades

Measure limits local denials, aims to expand wireless coverage for state services.

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taipeitimes.com /4 weeks ago

US telecom agency votes to expand crackdown on China

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voip.review /1 month ago

FCC to Lift Satellite Power Limits, Boosting Broadband Speeds

The FCC's plan to relax satellite spectrum power limits could redefine satellite communications, accommodating modern VoIP and satellite technologies. This shift aims to improve VO...

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broadbandbreakfast.com /2 weeks ago

FCC Approves Verizon’s $1 Billion Spectrum Purchase From Array

Rural carriers urged the agency to take up a rulemaking on the MVNO marketplace.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /2 weeks ago

California Regulators Oppose FCC Wireline Deregulation Order

The order eliminating 386 wireline rules is scheduled to take effect June 15.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 week ago

California Assembly Passes Amendment to Strip Telecom from CPUC’s Oversight

Under the proposal, the California legislature would have more control over how telecommunications is regulated.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

Capito Bill Tightens FCC Vetting of Broadband Providers

Measure targets accountability in how federal broadband funds are awarded

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

FCC Grants Securus Temporary Waiver on Prison Video Pricing Rules

Critics say waiver gives Securus an unfair edge as other providers face compliance deadline of Monday, April 6.

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voip.review /2 days ago

EU’s Bold 2GHz Spectrum Shake-Up – Satellite Gains, Telecoms Shift

The European Commission's proposal to allocate the 2GHz mobile satellite spectrum opens doors for satellite giants like Starlink and Amazon to bid on this prime resource. This stra...

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voip.review /1 week ago

EchoStar Sells $40B Spectrum to SpaceX, AT&T

Explore how the telecommunications landscape is evolving with this game-changing spectrum sale. The FCC's approval allows EchoStar to divest valuable spectrum to SpaceX and AT&...

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

FCC Splits On E-Rate Bidding Portal

The proposal passed despite pushback from stakeholders and commissioner Gomez.

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broadbandbreakfast.com /1 month ago

T-Mobile Wants Even More Oversight for FirstNet Authority

The House passed a reauthorization bill that would give NTIA more authority over the agency.

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