# FCC Advances Device Test Lab Rules

The Federal Communications Commission reported stakeholder support for its test-laboratory order on October 27, 2026, then announced on October 29 that it is proceeding with device test-lab onshoring and reciprocity rules. The supplied information does not specify the rules’ requirements, affected parties, implementation dates, or any solicitation, award, funding, or vendor. For procurement professionals and industry stakeholders, the development is relevant as a potential change to the regulatory environment for device testing, but the available details do not establish a specific contracting opportunity or required contractor action.

- Companies involved in device testing or equipment supply can review the FCC release and attachments for the order’s scope and potential effects on testing arrangements.
- Procurement teams should not assume new compliance obligations or a procurement opportunity until the rule details and applicability are established.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
- Engineering & Technology

### Sources
- [What They Are Saying: Stakeholders Support FCC Test Labs Order | Federal Communications Commission](https://www.fcc.gov/document/what-they-are-saying-stakeholders-support-fcc-test-labs-order) - FCC
- [FCC Proceeds on Device Test Lab Onshoring, Reciprocity Rules | Federal Communications Commission](https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-proceeds-device-test-lab-onshoring-reciprocity-rules) - FCC