SCOTUS overturned the 5th Circuit’s ruling and upheld the Universal Service Fund’s constitutionality. The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the constitutionality of the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC)…
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Operations Stall After Resignations Leave FCC Without Quorum
Nomination and confirmation efforts begin as key rulemaking and policy actions are placed on hold. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently unable to conduct official business following…
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FCC Announces Timeline for Identifying Foreign Government-Sponsored Broadcasts
Broadcasters must disclose foreign ties in paid content under new transparency rules by December 8. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) finalized a compliance timeline earlier this month for…
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Brendan Carr, Chair, Federal Communications Commission
Brendan Carr, Chair, Federal Communications Commission
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President Signs Executive Order to Defund PBS and NPR
The president’s order also calls for an investigation into possible discrimination by the outlets. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to remove federal funding for National…
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FCC Facilitates the Transition from Copper to High-Speed Networks
New measures intend to modernize infrastructure while maintaining consumer protections. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced steps to accelerate the transition from outdated copper phone lines to…
Read MoreFCC Chair Requests Congress Renew Auction Authority
He states that opening mid-band spectrum will support the economy and national security. Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr wrote a letter urging Congress to restore his agency’s…
Read MoreFCC Launches National Security Council to Address Foreign Threats
New council to focus on protecting U.S. technology and telecommunications from foreign adversaries. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr recently announced the formation of the Council for…
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FCC Updates Wireless Emergency Alert Rules to Enhance Public Safety
New options plan to reduce alert-fatigue and improve user safety. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has revised its Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) rules to improve public safety by…
Read MoreFCC Chair Announces Investigation into NPR and PBS
He says the nonprofits may be violating federal rules by airing commercials and promotional announcements. Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr announced an investigation into the “sponsor messages”…
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