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U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

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Canada issued a similar regulatory framework for satellite direct-to-device services following the FCC's adoption.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 9, 2025Latest News

In 2022, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission adopted a rule requiring U.S.-licensed satellites to be removed from orbit within five years after mission end.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 9, 2025Space debris looms over Google's ambitious orbital AI data center plan

The FCC in the U.S. adopted the first framework for satellite direct-to-device services in 2024.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 9, 2025Latest News

The US FCC requires many rules to be followed by both American companies and those seeking access to the US market.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 8, 2025The long arm of a European space law

The FCC pleading cycle regarding the transfer of spectrum licenses from EchoStar to SpaceX has officially closed.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 4, 2025Public Comment Window Closes for SpaceX and EchoStar’s $17 Billion Spectrum Transfer

The closure of the pleading cycle shifts focus to the FCC’s internal review process to determine if the transfer serves the public interest.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 4, 2025Public Comment Window Closes for SpaceX and EchoStar’s $17 Billion Spectrum Transfer

The FCC must ensure the transfer complies with statutory competition rules.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 4, 2025Public Comment Window Closes for SpaceX and EchoStar’s $17 Billion Spectrum Transfer

The FCC adopted the supplemental coverage from space (SCS) framework in 2024, influencing regulatory frameworks worldwide.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 2, 202510 Tech Trends That Will Impact the Space and Satellite Industry in 2026

The FCC's Supplemental Coverage from Space framework, finalized in 2024, legitimized hybrid satellite mobile operations.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 2, 2025The Next Wave in Connectivity: Commercial Satellite D2D Takes Shape

The FCC has committed to speeding up regulatory examinations of satellite activities.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 1, 2025Congress desires LEO, but threats are real

More than half of these proposed satellite systems have either been authorized or are pending before the FCC.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralDec 1, 2025Congress desires LEO, but threats are real

The FCC must complete a system of competitive bidding for at least 100 megahertz in the Upper C-band by July 2027 as required by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Org RelationshipNov 24, 2025FCC proposes upper C-Band rules for 2027 auction to maximize mid-band spectrum for 5G and 6G

The FCC's proceeding will examine options for the Upper C-band, including auctioning up to 180 megahertz.

Mentioned as: FCCTechnical ProductNov 24, 2025FCC proposes upper C-Band rules for 2027 auction to maximize mid-band spectrum for 5G and 6G

The Federal Communications Commission voted to propose rules for 5G and 6G services in the Upper C-band (3.98-4.2 GHz).

Mentioned as: Federal Communications CommissionTechnical ProductNov 24, 2025FCC proposes upper C-Band rules for 2027 auction to maximize mid-band spectrum for 5G and 6G

The FCC initiated this initiative in February 2025 with a Notice of Inquiry on intensive use of the Upper C-band.

Mentioned as: FCCTechnical ProductNov 24, 2025FCC proposes upper C-Band rules for 2027 auction to maximize mid-band spectrum for 5G and 6G

The FCC proposes to leverage the successful framework from the first C-band proceeding to meet the July 2027 deadline.

Mentioned as: FCCTechnical ProductNov 24, 2025FCC proposes upper C-Band rules for 2027 auction to maximize mid-band spectrum for 5G and 6G

In 2020, the FCC auctioned 280 megahertz in the lower portion of the C-band (3.7-3.98 GHz) for flexible wireless use.

Mentioned as: FCCTechnical ProductNov 24, 2025FCC proposes upper C-Band rules for 2027 auction to maximize mid-band spectrum for 5G and 6G

Kepler's system changes reflect compliance with updated FCC rules, including the requirement for a satellite to deorbit within a 5-year period.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralNov 17, 2025Kepler Communications to launch 10 optical data relay satellites in January 2026

FCC Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz outlined his space agenda's focus on removing inefficiencies to promote U.S. innovation and competition with China.

Mentioned as: U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Narrative GeneralNov 14, 2025Latest News

The FCC started a proceeding in April to review equivalent power-flux density (EPFD) limits to facilitate spectrum sharing by GEO and NGSO operators.

Mentioned as: FCCTechnical ProductNov 14, 2025Latest News
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