FCC Dismisses Fixed-Satellite-Service “Warehousing” Inquiry
The Federal Communications Commission has dismissed a 2013 proceeding it initiated to investigate allegations that some fixed-satellite service (FSS) operators were: (1) “warehousing” satellite orbital...
View ArticleFCC Issues Earth Stations Aboard Aircraft Order
The Federal Communications Commission has released a Second Report and Order and Order on Reconsideration for Earth Stations Aboard Aircraft (ESAA). ESAAs receive from, and transmit to, a geostationary...
View ArticleFCC to Hold Workshop on GPS Protection on June 20
The FCC’s Office of Engineering and Technology, in conjunction with the FCC’s International Bureau, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, and Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, will hold a...
View ArticleFCC Opens Docket Regarding Proposed AT&T DIRECTV Merger
On May 18, 2014, AT&T Inc. (AT&T) and DIRECTV announced they had reached an agreement under which AT&T would acquire DIRECTV. While the parties have not yet filed an FCC application...
View ArticleFCC Proposes to Further Streamline Satellite Licensing Rules
The FCC has issued a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking looking to further streamline its satellite licensing rules by proposing rules that would make it easier to coordinate international satellite...
View ArticleFCC To Review Internet Delivered Video Programming Services
The FCC has commenced a rulemaking to determine the proper regulatory treatment of video programming delivered over the public Internet, as well as programming delivered over private networks using...
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Comment Dates Established for MVPD Definition Proceeding
The FCC’s Media Bureau has announced comment and reply dates for its proceeding to re-examine the definition of a multichannel video programming distributor (MVPD). In connection with that proceeding,...
View ArticleComment Sought For STELA Reauthorization Report
The FCC’s Media Bureau has requested data and comment in connection with the preparation of a report to Congress required by the STELA Reauthorization Act of 2014 (STELAR). STELAR requires the...
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Market Modifications Proposed for Satellite Delivered Broadcasts
The FCC has proposed new rules to allow direct to home satellite video programming distributors (e.g., DIRECTV and DISH Network) to seek market modifications that would allow them to offer in-state...
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FCC Chairman Green Lights AT&T/DirecTV Merger
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler has issued a public statement indicating that an order recommending approval of the AT&T/DirecTV merger has been circulated to the FCC Commissioners. The order on...
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Comment Deadlines Set for Proposed STELA “Good Faith” Test
On September 2, 2015, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) seeking comment on potential updates to the “totality of the...
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FCC Announces Tentative December Open Meeting Agenda
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) has released the tentative agenda for its December open meeting, scheduled for December 17, 2015. It contains the following items: US Telecom...
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FCC Announces December Open Meeting Agenda
The Federal Communications Commission (Commission) will hold its December Open Meeting on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 10:30 am. The agenda includes the following items: US Telecom Petition for...
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Satellite Rules Streamlined
The FCC has adopted a Second Report and Order which revises Part 25 of its rules to streamline the licensing and regulation of satellite communications services. Among other things, the rule changes...
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FCC Commences Inquiry to Examine Video Diversity
The FCC has commenced an inquiry to examine the obstacles faced by independent video programmers in gaining access to customers and possible actions the Commission could take to enhance video...
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FCC Amends Closed Captioning Rules
The FCC has amended its rules on the closed captioning of televised video programming to more clearly designate responsibilities for the delivery and quality of closed captions on video programming....
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Video Diversity Comment Deadlines Established
The FCC’s Video Diversity Inquiry has appeared in the Federal Register, triggering the deadline for filing comments. Comments on the issues raised in the Notice of Inquiry are due on or before March...
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FCC Proposes to Expand Video Description
The FCC has adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that recommends updating its video description rules to expand the availability of — and consumer access to — video described programming....
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Comment Sought on Ligado (Formerly LightSquared) Applications and Refreshed...
The FCC is seeking comment on various filings and submissions from Ligado Networks LLC (Ligado), the re-branded former LightSquared company that emerged from bankruptcy. In December 2015, Ligado...
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Video Description Comment Deadlines Set
Comment deadlines have been announced in connection with the FCC’s proceeding to expand the availability of — and consumer access to — video described programming. Comments are due on or before June...
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