Federal Register #2026-17193

FCC Requests Comment on Proposed Ban of Certain Foreign-Produced UAS and Surveillance Equipment

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on a proposed prohibition of certain foreign-produced uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and surveillance equipment. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) - Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Anzu (referenced with FCC IDs 2BBYSRAPTOR and 2BBYSRRC01) - Products/Equipment Referenced: - Foreign-produced UAS - UAS critical components - Communications and video surveillance equipment listed in section 1709 of the FY2025 NDAA - Specific devices: Anzu products (FCC IDs 2BBYSRAPTOR, 2BBYSRRC01) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proposal targets equipment determined to pose unacceptable national security risks - Prohibition would not affect continued use of already purchased equipment - Importation for federal government use or commercial testing/product development is exempt - FCC requests input on national security, economic, and supply chain impacts - No procurement or purchase is requested; this is a regulatory request for information and comment.

Description

The Federal Communications Commission's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology seek comments on a proposal to prohibit the continued importation and marketing of certain previously authorized foreign-produced uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), UAS critical components, and certain communications and video surveillance equipment listed in section 1709 of the FY2025 NDAA. This equipment has been determined to pose an unacceptable risk to U.S. national security and the safety of U.S. persons. The prohibition would not affect the continued use of already purchased equipment or importation for federal government use or commercial testing. Comments are due by September 23, 2026.

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