FCC, Applications

FCC Adopts Three-Year Cybersecurity Pilot Program for Schools and Libraries

Lerman Senter PLLC on 6/17/2024

The FCC has adopted a three-year pilot program that will disburse up to $200 million from the Universal Service Fund (USF) to schools and libraries seeking to cover eligible cybersecurity services and equipment. The pilot...more

Changes and Opportunities Coming for LPTV, Class A, and TV Translator Stations

Lerman Senter PLLC on 6/13/2024

The FCC has taken several actions directed at low power television (LPTV), Class A, and television translator stations. On August 20, 2024, the FCC will lift its freeze on major modification applications to permit LPTV,...more

Mandatory Updates for International Section 214 Authorization Holders Due January 22, 2024

Lerman Senter PLLC on 12/15/2023

The FCC has announced a January 22, 2024 deadline for all international section 214 authorization holders to provide a one-time update to the FCC’s records regarding their foreign ownership. The FCC’s Office of International...more

FCC Space Bureau launches its Transparency Initiative

Maynard Nexsen on 10/25/2023

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

California Governor Signs Batch “Broadband” Permit Processing Bill (AB 965); Vetoes Update to State Video Franchising Law (AB 41)

Best Best & Krieger LLP on 10/20/2023

When AB 965 goes into goes effect on Jan. 1, 2024, California local agencies will be required to undertake “batch broadband permit processing.” Batch broadband permit processing is the simultaneous processing of two or more...more

FCC Proposes Rules for Ongoing Review of International Section 214 Authorizations

Venable LLP on 6/7/2023

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to exercise more regulatory oversight over entities that have the authority to provide communications between the United States and foreign countries....more

License Renewal Application Reminder for Television Stations in Delaware and Pennsylvania

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 3/21/2023

April 3, 2023 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in the following states: Full Power TV, Class A, LPTV, and TV Translator...more

April Television License Renewal and Announcements Reminder: DE & PA

Wiley Rein LLP on 3/13/2023

Television stations licensed in Delaware and Pennsylvania must file license renewal applications by Monday, April 3, 2023. Pursuant to the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC’s or Commission’s) public notice rule, a...more

FCC Planning New Rules to Streamline Satellites and Earth Station Applications

Venable LLP on 1/11/2023

At the tail end of 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) seeking comment on proposals to streamline the processing of satellite and Earth station applications under...more

FCC Releases Item Amending Equipment Authorization Rules to Protect U.S. National Security

Wiley Rein LLP on 12/1/2022

On November 25, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released a Report & Order, Order, and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (R&O, Order, and FNPRM; collectively, the Item) that makes...more

License Renewal Application Reminder for Television Stations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and...

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 11/9/2022

ecember 1, 2022 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in the following states: Full Power TV, Class A, LPTV, and TV Translator...more

A Stellar Announcement: FCC Plans for New Space Bureau and Office of International Affairs

Wiley Rein LLP on 11/4/2022

Yesterday morning Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced her plan to split the FCC’s International Bureau (IB) — comprised of divisions responsible for satellite, telecommunications...more

Recent FCC Enforcement Actions

Lerman Senter PLLC on 6/28/2022

Recent decisions by the FCC demonstrate continued enforcement against broadcast licensees who violate the FCC's rules. Below are two examples of recent enforcement actions. License Rescinded for Failure to Satisfy...more

June Television License Renewal and Announcements Reminder: AZ, ID, NM, NV, UT, WY

Wiley Rein LLP on 5/10/2022

Television stations licensed in Arizona, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming must file license renewal applications by Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Pursuant to the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC’s or...more

Applications Due March 30, 2022 for New Full Power Television Auction

Wiley Rein LLP on 2/16/2022

On February 10, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission’s Office of Economic Analytics and Media Bureau released a Public Notice detailing the procedures for the forthcoming auction of 27 new full power television...more

License Renewal Application Reminder for Radio Stations in Texas and Television Stations in Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 3/10/2021

April 1, 2021 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial radio and TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in the following states: Full Power AM and FM, Low Power FM, and...more

FCC’s Noncommercial FM Filing Window Opens in Early 2021 – Key Considerations for Applicants

Foster Garvey PC on 2/5/2021

We expect the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will soon open an application window for permits to construct new noncommercial educational (NCE) FM stations and to make major changes in existing stations (including...more

FCC Announces Initial Connected Care Pilot Program Projects For Telehealth

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP on 1/26/2021

On January 15, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced the initial pilot projects selected for the Connected Care Pilot Program (“Pilot Program”) for telehealth services. The list includes 14 pilot...more

Applications for the FCC’s Connected Care Pilot Program Due December 7

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 11/19/2020

The Connected Care Pilot Program will make available up to $100 million over three years to eligible health care providers. Eligible fund recipients include nonprofit and public health care organizations....more

FCC Announces Opening of Application Window for $100 Million Connected Care Pilot Program

ArentFox Schiff on 11/6/2020

Program Emphasizes Connected Care Services for Low-Income and Veteran Patients - In a Public Notice released today, the FCC announced that its “Connected Care Pilot Program” (Pilot Program) application filing window will...more

License Renewal Application Reminder for Radio Stations in Iowa and Missouri and Television Stations in Florida, Puerto Rico, and...

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 9/10/2020

October 1, 2020 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial radio and TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in the following states: Full Power AM and FM, Low Power FM, and...more

License Renewal Application Reminder for Radio Stations in Illinois and Wisconsin and Television Stations in North Carolina and...

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on 7/23/2020

August 3, 2020 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial radio and TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in the following states: Full Power AM and FM, Low Power FM, and FM...more

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