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FCC Reexamines Options to Expand Protections for Federal Earth Stations Communicating with Commercial Satellite Systems

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Deadlines have been announced for responses to the FCC’s Public Notice inviting comment on expanding protections for U.S. government earth stations communicating with commercial satellite systems. Because most spectrum used...more

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FCC’s Space Bureau Seeks to Refresh the Record on Orbital Debris Mitigation and Space Sustainability

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On May 2, the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Space Bureau issued a Public Notice seeking to refresh the record on orbital debris mitigation rule changes originally proposed in a Further Notice of Proposed...more

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Akin Space Law, Regulation and Policy Update - April 2024

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Good Afternoon! This is Akin’s biweekly policy newsletter on space policy and regulatory developments, providing information on major space headlines and forthcoming space-related events and hearings...more

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Proposed changes to disaster reporting obligations for satellite operators

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The Federal Register has published FCC network resiliency rule change proposals that may add reporting obligations for satellite operators.  Comments are due on or before April 29, 2024, and reply comments are due on or...more

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FCC Advances Its Space and Satellite Agenda

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Recent actions by the Federal Communications Commission indicate its support for the country’s space-based economy and national security interests. The FCC has adopted rules that allow satellite operators and terrestrial...more

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Comments Due April 29, 2024 on FCC's New Rules to Govern In-Space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing

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The FCC has proposed new rules to permit issuance of spectrum licenses to companies proposing operations in space other than deployment of traditional satellite space stations, including services such as assembly and...more

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Hosted Payload Episode 12: Mike Carlson / Spaceman

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Every episode of Henry Gola’s Hosted Payload podcast features both the latest satellite and space law news on the Orbital Debrief and in-depth conversation with an industry insider about a space-related film or show. This...more

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Akin Space Law, Regulation and Policy Update - February 2024

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Good Afternoon! This is Akin’s biweekly policy newsletter on space policy and regulatory developments, providing information on major space headlines and forthcoming space-related events and hearings...more

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FCC Releases Proposed Rulemaking Addressing Space Innovation

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Key Points - The FCC released its draft version of a NPRM regarding a licensing framework for ISAM capabilities. The item is tentatively scheduled to be voted on at the FCC’s Open Commission meeting on February 15....more

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FCC Releases Draft NPRM on ISAM Licensing Framework

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Some acronyms are so perfect, so effortless in their articulation and application that they eventually come to embody the very thing for which they are meant to stand. Here, “radar” comes to mind, as does “laser.” The jury’s...more

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FCC Doubles Down on 'Case-by-Case' Approach to Orbital Debris Mitigation Plan Review

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) remains committed to its new rules for the mitigation of orbital debris. Earlier this month, Commissioners voted unanimously to approve an Order addressing several...more

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Wireless Roundup (January 2024)

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FCC Seeks Comment on Expediting Initial Processing of Satellite and Earth Station Applications: In this Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) reviews its...more

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Hosted Payload Episode 10: Jeanine Poltronieri/For All Mankind (Season 1)

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Good, bad, or dangerous? On a very special Episode 10 of Hosted Payload, Jeanine Poltronieri from the FCC’s Space Bureau joins host Henry Gola to weigh in on Season 1 of the alternative history space drama For All Mankind....more

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NTIA Releases Highly Anticipated National Spectrum Strategy

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On November 13, 2023, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) released its National Spectrum Strategy (Strategy)—a “high-level blueprint” articulating the Biden-Harris Administration’s national...more

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FCC Space Bureau launches its Transparency Initiative

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In April 2023, the FCC established the Space Bureau, reorganizing the functions of the Satellite Division in the FCC’s former International Bureau (IB) into a new, stand-alone bureau, with an eye towards promoting a...more

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Space Law, Regulation and Policy Update

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We are excited to announce the launch of Akin's Space Law, Regulation and Policy Update, our newsletter focused on global space policy. Each issue explores the emerging trends and regulations in space law and policy, and what...more

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FCC Expands Authority in Space Economy With New Orders

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently took steps to facilitate commercial operations in space by adopting two orders that provide more flexibility to the industry. The FCC adopted a second report and second...more

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Hosted Payload Episode 8: Priya Venkat / A Million Miles Away

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Priya Venkat’s father immigrated to this country on July 4th, so a movie that depicts the pursuit of the American dream rings true for the Skylo General Counsel. She joins host Henry Gola to discuss the new biopic A Million...more

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FCC Updates Frequency Allocations and Licensing Rules for Commercial Space Launch Operations

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In an effort to support commercial space launch operations, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved a Report and Order (Order) enhancing access to 2200-2290 MHz band spectrum and revising spectrum licensing...more

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FCC Modernizes Satellite and Earth Station Licensing Process

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Looking to keep pace with the rapid evolution of the space industry, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved a Report and Order (Order) to accelerate existing processes for licensing satellite and earth stations....more

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Wireless Roundup (September 2023)

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FCC Seeks Comment on Revising Spectrum Sharing Rules for Non-Geostationary Orbit, Fixed-Satellite Service Systems: In this proposed rule, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) requests comment on revisions...more

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The FCC Releases International Section 214 Order and NPRM, Proposing Major Changes to the Regulation of International...

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On April 25, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released an Order and Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on international Section 214 authorizations (the Order and NPRM), which authorize the provision...more

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Preparing for a New Era in Satellite Services: The FCC Updates Spectrum Sharing Rules for NGSO FSS Satellites

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made a long-awaited revision to its rules for spectrum sharing among non-geostationary (NGSO) fixed-satellite service (FSS) satellite constellations. A Report and Order and...more

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FCC Takes the Lead on Satellite/Mobile Convergence in the Single Network Future Proceeding

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Last week, the FCC adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking proposing a new regulatory framework to address the growing convergence of satellite and terrestrial-based networks, titled the “Single Network Future: Supplementary...more

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You Are Now Accepting a Very Long-Distance Call: FCC to Propose Regulatory Framework for Satellite-Terrestrial Connectivity

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New opportunities for wireless communication may be coming, as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) considers a new regulatory regime allowing satellite connectivity by consumer handsets on terrestrial networks....more

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