NEBSA_Updates

Brenden Carr Appointed Chair of the FCC

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Brenden Carr has been appointed as the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Adopts Decision on Wireless Application Filing Fees, Including EBS

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On December 29, 2020, the FCC issued a Report and Order in which it adopted new rules implementing application filing fees.

FCC Releases NPRM on EBS Filing Fees

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

On August 26, 2020, the FCC released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in MD Docket No. 20-270 proposing certain amendments to its schedule of application filing fees. The Public Comment period is open now. NEBSA filed comments on Nov 16, 2020.

FCC's 180-Day "Use It or Lose It" Rule for EBS Goes into Effect on September 28, 2020

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The FCC’s Discontinuance of Operations rule – Section 1.953 – went into effect upon publication in the Federal Register on September 28, 2020.

FCC Chair Remarks at EBS Rural Tribal Window Workshop

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The FCC hosted a recent workshop on the EBS Tribal Window in Washington, D.C.. Chairman Pai welcomed the attendees and addressed FCC efforts on EBS and potential impact for Native Americans.

FCC Chair Proposes Rural Digital Opportunity Fund

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The new Fund will provide up to $20.4 billion over the next decade to support the deployment of high-speed broadband networks in those parts of rural America that currently lack fixed broadband service that meets the Commission's baseline speed standards.

FCC Publishes EBS Report and Order in Federal Register

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The FCC has published the EBS Report and Order in the Federal Register. The document states that the effective date of the rules governing EBS generally will be April 27, 2020. The rules governing the Tribal filing window will be effective November 25, 2019.

Chairman Pai Discusses EBS for Tribes at National Tribal Broadband Summit

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Remarks of Federal Communications Commission chairman Ajit Pai at National Tribal Broadband Summit in Washington, DC on September 23, 2019

NPRM Reply Comments Due September 7th

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NPRM on Transforming the 2.5 GHz Band - Reply Comments Due September 7th

NEBSA Files NPRM Comments

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEBSA Files NPRM Comments

Upcoming NEBSA Webinar to Address FCC NPRM

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

What Licensees Need To Know - NEBSA Webinar June 20, 2018 - 2:00 - 3:30 P.M. (Eastern). Attend this NEBSA Regulatory Update to learn more about the FCC's recently released Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)

Notice of EBS Proposed Rulemaking Released by FCC

Mon, 14 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEBSA members should be aware that significant action impacting EBS has been proposed by the FCC. EBS licensees and interested organizations are encouraged to share comments and feedback throughout the process.

FCC Issues Draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for 2.5GHz EBS

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

NEBSA is following the developments at the FCC regarding the 2.5 GHz EBS Spectrum. News, information, and a draft of the proposed NPRM are available on the "NPRM Info" page or by clicking the button below. Check back regularly for updated information.

FCC Chairman Addresses 5G at Mobile World Congress

Mon, 26 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

FCC Chairman Pai addresses the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona regarding the future of 5G. "The market, not government, is best positioned to drive innovation and investment in the wireless sector."

NEBSA 2018 Washington Update

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 15:55:14 GMT

Join us for the 'Washington Update' at the 2018 NEBSA Annual Conference in San Antonio. Early Bird registration is available through January 20th, 2017.