FCC, Manufacturers

Accelerating Privacy Scrutiny: Key Developments for the Auto Industry

Venable LLP on 6/4/2024

Recent U.S. developments indicate a growing focus on regulating and investigating the data privacy practices of companies in the automotive sector. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently highlighted in a blog post its...more

FCC Seeks to Strengthen Oversight of the Equipment Authorization Program in the Latest Effort to Safeguard Wireless Supply Chains...

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP on 5/28/2024

The FCC – in the latest iteration of its expanding role as a regulator in the national security space – recently adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) proposing to fortify the security of the wireless supply chain...more

The State AG Report – 4.11.2024

Cozen O'Connor on 4/15/2024

Here are curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US: •CFPB Not Playing Games with Financial and Privacy Risks - ...more

More Cyber Protections for Internet of Things Consumer Devices? FCC to Use Labels

Venable LLP on 3/22/2024

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is providing a new level of protection for consumers who are worried about potential cybersecurity risks to connected consumer devices. Last week, the agency adopted a voluntary...more

FCC Proposes New Regulatory Framework for In-Space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing Operations

Cooley LLP on 2/22/2024

In its latest effort to promote the commercial space industry, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) introducing a potential framework for licensing commercial in-space...more

Commerce Releases New Proposed Rule Governing Restrictions on Chinese Investments by CHIPS Act Applicants

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 4/3/2023

The proposed rule tightens restrictions on activities by “affiliates” and clarifies scope of statutory clawbacks. The Department of Commerce released a proposed rule imposing guardrails preventing the “improper use of...more

FCC Updates Equipment Authorization Rules

Cooley LLP on 2/23/2023

In 2022, the Federal Communications Commission adopted rules to implement the Secure Equipment Act of 2021. Those rules, which in large part took effect on February 6, 2023, prevent manufacturers on the FCC’s Covered List –...more

FCC Bars Imports of Telecommunications Equipment or Technology from Certain Chinese Producers

Dorsey & Whitney LLP on 12/16/2022

On November 25, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) adopted new rules to block the importation of telecommunications equipment considered unacceptably hazardous to U.S. national security. These new FCC rules...more

U.S.-China Relationship: Assessing the Risk of Marketing Electronics Made Outside the United States

Venable LLP on 11/29/2022

Just weeks after President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met face-to-face to restore dialogue between the two countries, the Federal Communications Commission adopted new rules that could limit national security threats...more

FCC Modifies Equipment Authorization Rules for Certain Chinese Manufacturers

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 11/29/2022

The FCC seeks further comment on the revocation of existing equipment authorizations issued to manufacturers on FCC Covered List. Elimination of expedited approval procedures reduces possible evasion of FCC’s rules....more

Alert: FCC Relaxes Rules on Marketing and Importing Devices

Cooley LLP on 7/9/2021

The FCC has adopted new rules that relax the restrictions on marketing and importing devices that require approval but have not yet received it. These new rules will allow companies to import devices before approval, and...more

FCC Promotes Radiofrequency Device Innovation by Relaxing Importation, Marketing Requirements

Morgan Lewis on 7/6/2021

The Federal Communications Commission on June 17, 2021, unanimously approved relaxed rules regarding the importation and marketing of a broad range of radiofrequency devices, such as computer equipment, smartphones, wireless...more

FCC Releases Proposal to Tackle Security in Equipment Authorizations, Spectrum Auction Certifications, and Beyond

Wiley Rein LLP on 6/23/2021

On June 17, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) voted unanimously to approve its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) and Notice of Inquiry (NOI) proposing significant changes to the FCC’s...more

Five Things UAS Manufacturers Need to Know About the FCC

Wiley Rein LLP on 5/26/2021

While Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules may be top of mind for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or drones) users and manufacturers, if you’re launching a drone business the chances are your drones are going to be...more

FCC Issues Waiver for In-Cabin Vehicle Radar in 60 GHz Band

Wiley Rein LLP on 4/20/2021

On April 14, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) issued an Order waiving its Section 15.255 technical and service rules for unlicensed operation in the 57-71 GHz band to permit six equipment...more

Reminder: FCC Accessibility Recordkeeping Certification Required by April 1, 2021

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP on 3/9/2021

On March 4, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Public Notice to service providers and equipment manufacturers as a reminder to maintain records on compliance efforts to make their technology...more

FCC Proposes to Ease Equipment Marketing and Importation Rules

Wiley Rein LLP on 12/15/2020

On December 10, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing to ease certain restrictions on marketing and importation of radiofrequency (RF)...more

FCC Announces Compliance Dates for New E911 Rules Applicable to Multi-Line Telephone Systems and VoIP Providers

Wiley Rein LLP on 12/4/2020

On December 3, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) announced compliance dates for the new E911 requirements for multi-line telephone systems (MLTS) adopted in the FCC’s 2019 Report and Order...more

Coronavirus: The Hill and the Headlines – COVID-19 D.C. Update – June 2020 #11

Hogan Lovells on 6/15/2020

In Washington: On Saturday, White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said that the White House is targeting a phase four stimulus package focusing on American manufacturing that will be “at least $2 trillion dollars.” ...more

Alert: FCC Proposes to Repurpose Spectrum for Auto Safety and Unlicensed Uses

Cooley LLP on 12/18/2019

The FCC has released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in which it proposes to repurpose 75 MHz of spectrum from 5.850 to 5.925 GHz (known as the 5.9 GHz band) currently allocated for automobile safety. In 1999, the FCC...more

Financial Daily Dose 12.03.2019 | Top Story: US Threatens Tariffs on French Goods Over New Digital Services Tax

Robins Kaplan LLP on 12/3/2019

Because who wants a nice quiet December, right? Yesterday, the U.S. opened yet another trade war front by proposing retaliatory tariffs of up to 100% on a wide range of French imports after announcing that “it found France’s...more

Reminder: Wireless Handset Manufacturer Hearing Aid Compatibility Status Report Due July 15, 2019

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP on 6/27/2019

By midnight EDT on Monday, July 15, 2019, every manufacturer of wireless handsets that are used in the delivery of digital commercial mobile radio service (“CMRS”) must file with the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”...more

Hefty Fine is a Reminder of FCC’s Purview Over Certain Personal Hygiene and Wellness Devices

Mintz - Health Care Viewpoints on 2/28/2019

Do you manufacture, import, or market personal hygiene and wellness devices sold in drugstores? If so, you may be focused on U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliance, but may not have considered the requirements of...more

What's New In Washington - September 2018

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP on 10/4/2018

Following a truncated August recess, the House and the Senate returned to Washington after Labor Day with a full plate of legislative items to address prior to the end of the fiscal year on September 30. That list includes...more

FCC Proposes $2.8M Fine Against Drone Manufacturer: Issues Warning to Users & Manufacturers

Stinson LLP on 7/3/2018

For drone compliance, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the body that often comes to mind. But with virtually all commercial and hobby drones equipped with transmitters, manufacturers and users must bear in mind...more

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