An SIA attorney expects the FCC to seek more comment on the issue 'sometime this summer'
WASHINGTON, May 29, 2026 – The Trump administration’s quest to develop a companion GPS system is going to get a close look on Capitol Hill.
The House Communications and Technology Subcommittee is holding a hearing next week on GPS backups, the committee announced Thursday.
The ‘vast majority’ of 911 calls are placed indoors, said VP of Government Affairs Bryan Darr.
Rivals AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon are teaming up on a shared satellite network, a model of infrastructure collaboration that could boost connectivity and U.S. competitiveness.
Despite federal promises to accelerate deployment, many states are still waiting on approvals to access broadband funds.
The Trump administration official expressed excitement over the program’s expansion and hopes to see more progress.
