FCC Takes Step Toward Upper C-band Auction

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2025 – The Federal Communications Commission voted unanimously to seek input on procedures for its upcoming auction of upper C-band spectrum.

In a change from the public draft of the item, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez said the adopted text included a question on whether to include a Tribal licensing window for the auction.

Tribal groups and consumer advocates had asked for such a window, in which Tribal governments and ISPs could apply for free spectrum licenses covering Tribal lands.