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Broadband Breakfast on June 26, 2024 – Spectrum Policy and Smart Cities
Spectrum enables seamless communication between smart devices like sensors and cameras
Spectrum
The use of radio frequency spectrum enables the delivery of high-speed wireless Internet access. Whether licensed, unlicensed or shared, radio frequency spectrum is the critical resource for wireless communication. The Communications Act of 1934 gave the FCC authority to auction spectrum, but that auction authority expired in March 2023.
Expert Opinion
It’s Time for Congress to Step Up to the Plate on Broadband Reform
Congress should also take steps to provide continued funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program.
FCC
No Funding for ACP, Rip-and-Replace in FCC’s FY25 Budget Request
Many budget priorities hinge on Congress reinstating the commission's spectrum auction authority.
Defense Department
Defense Department Offers Olive Branch for Cooperation on Commercial Spectrum
Lt. Gen. David Isaacson acknowledged the friction between wireless companies and the Department of Defense over access to spectrum.
Spectrum
Nation Can't Afford to Wait for Spectrum Authority, Say Key House Lawmakers
Planned Tuesday House subcommittee hearing with all five FCC commissioners postponed because of the death of Chairwoman Rosenworcel's father.
OTI
Wireless Providers, Others, Disagree on Allocating Spectrum Without Auction Authority
Carriers like AT&T want temporary licenses, while smaller providers and think tanks pushed for spectrum sharing.
Defense Department
Cantwell Releases Draft Legislation to Restore FCC Auction Authority, Fund ACP, Rip and Replace
The Senate Commerce Committee is planning to vote on the bill at its May 1 markup
SpaceX
FCC Urged to Investigate SpaceX Amid Allegations of Musk's Role in Ukraine-Russia Conflict
The FCC is being urged to review SpaceX's spectrum license status due to claims owner Elon Musk is engaging in misconduct.
Rural
FCC Fines AT&T and NextLink for Communicating During CAF II Auction
The companies are on the hook for a combined $175,000.
Expert Opinion
Lawmakers Take Important Step Forward with Spectrum Pipeline Act
The introduction of the Spectrum Pipeline Act represents an important step toward attempting to restore the FCC’s auction authority.
Fixed Wireless
Some Wireless Services Deemed ‘Underserved’ in 4 States, Expanding BEAD Locations
States advocating for some wireless services to be classified as 'underserved' were rewarded with a new modification by NTIA.
Exclusive Reports
The Challenge of Spectrum Sharing
At the center of the battle over the airwaves in the United States is the question of spectrum sharing.
Defense Department
Defense Department Report on Sharing 3 GigaHertz Spectrum for 5G Networks
The redacted report details the challenges associated with sharing the lower 3 GHz band with commercial users.
Expert Opinion
Mike Rogers and Bruce Crawford: A Path Forward on Spectrum
The lower 3 GigaHertz (GHz) and 7-8 GHz bands are the best opportunities to close our nation’s spectrum gap.
Defense Department
Spectrum Leaders Call for Balance Amidst Standstill
Leaders in the spectrum industry emphasize the symbiotic relationship between national security and economic growth.
Defense Department
Senators Disagree on Spectrum Auction Proceeds
Democratic lawmakers supported using proceeds to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program.
