On March 31, 2025, the FCC’s Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB), released a Public Notice seeking comment on a Petition for Rulemaking filed by CTIA – The Wireless Association.
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For several years FCC Commissioner,
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By Gregg P. Skall
Telecommunications Law Professionals PLLC
For several years FCC Commissioner,
FCC Seeks Comment on Potential Rule Eliminations
On March 12, 2025, the FCC released a Public Notice seeking comment on “deregulatory initiatives” to “facilitate and encourage American firms’ investment in modernizing their networks,
CPNI Certifications Due March 3, 2025
On February 14, 2025, the FCC’s Enforcement Bureau issued an Enforcement Advisory regarding the Customer Proprietary Network Information (CPNI) compliance requirements for telecommunications carriers (including local exchange carriers (LECs),
FCC Announces Mandatory DIRS Effective Date
On January 21, 2025, the FCC published in the Federal Register notice that OMB approved the Second Report and Order (“Order”) requiring cable communications,
The FCC Releases a Declaratory Ruling and NPRM Seeking to Strengthen Cybersecurity Measures
On January 16, 2025, the FCC released a Declaratory Ruling and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“Ruling” and “NPRM,” respectively) discussing measures to protect the nation’s communication systems from cybersecurity threats,
FCC Releases R&O Revising Emissions Limits for the 24 GHz Spectrum Band
On December 2, 2024, the FCC released a Report and Order (Order) revising emission limits for the 24 GHz spectrum band to align with international standards (Resolution 750) set by the World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19).
FCC EB Enters into Consent Decree with DISH Wireless re: Z-Axis Compliance
On November 21, 2024, the FCC’s Enforcement Bureau issued a Consent Decree resolving an investigation into DISH Wireless,
PSHSB Releases Reminder for SPs to Implement Network Reliability Best Practices
On November 20, 2024, the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (“Bureau”) released a Public Notice reminding service providers (“SPs”) to implement relevant industry-accepted best practices and recommendations from the Commission’s Communications Security,
Telecommunications Law Professionals PLLC Ranked by Best Law Firms® in 2025
Telecommunications Law Professionals PLLC (”TLP”) has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® , a testament to its unwavering commitment to legal excellence.
FCC Adopts NOI Seeking Input on Customer Service Practices
On October 23, 2024, the FCC adopted a Notice of Inquiry (“NOI”) seeking comment on ways to ensure that consumers have access to customer service resources required to interact with their services in a manner sufficient to efficiently resolve issues,
Form 499-Q Due Friday, November 1, 2024
This is a reminder of the upcoming deadline for filing the FCC Form 499-Q and supporting documentation. Generally, non de minimis telecommunications carriers that provide interstate telecommunications services are required to file an FCC Form 499-Q Telecommunications Reporting Worksheet with the FCC on or before Friday,
CBRS NPRM Published in Fed. Reg.
On September 6, 2024, the FCC published in the Federal Register the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) seeking comment on proposed adjustments to the regulatory framework of the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (“CBRS”) to further enhance spectrum access for commercial use cases,
FCC Seeks Comment on CBRS Band
On August 16, 2024, the FCC released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Declaratory Ruling on improving and expanding spectrum access in the Citizens Broadband Radio Service 3.5 GHz band (“CBRS band”).
Sixth Circuit Grants Stay of Net Neutrality Regulations
On August 1, 2024, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals stayed the FCC’s net neutrality order pending final review of the pending appeals.
FCC Announces Opening of Limited Class A Conversion Window
On May 31, 2024, the Media Bureau released a Public Notice announcing that qualifying low power television stations may apply for Class A status starting on May 31,
Class A, LPTV, and TV Translator Stations May File for Channel Changes Beginning August 20, 2024
On May 28, 2024, the Media Bureau released a Public Notice announcing that Class A, low power television (“LPTV”),
April 5th, 2024 Weekly Wireless Wrap-Up
Good afternoon from Washington, DC! Below you will find this week’s Wireless Wrap-Up; your update on the wireless telecommunications regulatory landscape,
FCC Publishes Mandatory DIRS Reporting FNPRM in Fed. Reg.
On March 29, 2024, the FCC published in the Federal Register the Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking comment on whether to require broadcasters,
12.7 GHz Licensee Certifications Due Nov. 29
Earlier this year, the FCC released a Report and Order on the 12.7-12.25 GHz band (“12.7 GHz Band”) proposing to repurpose all or portions of the 12.7 GHz band for Mobile use.


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