Federal Register #ET Docket No. 26169

FCC Meeting on Rulemaking for Unlicensed Wireless Devices and Satellite Communications

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is convening an Open Commission Meeting to discuss potential new rules for unlicensed wireless devices and satellite communications. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Key Topics: - Consideration of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to allow unlicensed wireless devices to communicate directly with satellites - Proposal to use certain frequencies under part 15 of FCC rules for Earth-to-space communications, including direct-to-device (D2D) services - Clarification that part 15 unlicensed devices may be used within FCC-authorized spacecraft - Request for public comment on additional scenarios for safe operation of unlicensed devices in space - Additional Agenda Items: - Rulemakings on universal service administration, broadcast television ownership, and rural telehealth - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs, vendors, or products are named - No procurement of products or services is being requested - The notice is focused on regulatory changes and public input, not acquisition

Description

The Federal Communications Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to explore new avenues for unlicensed wireless devices to communicate directly with satellites. The proposal includes the use of certain frequencies under part 15 of the Commission's rules for Earth-to-space communications, including direct-to-device services. It also seeks to clarify the use of part 15 unlicensed devices within FCC-authorized spacecraft and other scenarios for safe operation in space.

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