U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Chief Proposed Plan to Allow In-flight Calls Receives Many Objections

The plan to propose to end the ban on phone calls during commercial flights was announced on November 21^st by FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler. After the proposed plan was released, Wheeler issued a statement that “I feel that way myself” after provoking complaints from flight attendants, fliers and lawmakers.

Deadline set for Public Comments for UHF TV Discount

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has set a comment deadline for its proposal to eliminate the UHF discount. Comments will be due no later than December 16, 2013 with reply comments due no later than January 13, 2014.

FCC issues citation for radiating light fixture

The owner of a Texas beauty salon has been issued a citation by the...

Free Speed Test App from FCC Empowers Consumers with U.S. Mobile Broadband Performance Information

The Federal Communications Commission has released its first public version of the FCC Speed Test app for Android smartphones and it is available free of charge from the Google Play Store.

FCC proposes $14 million in penalties for lifeline program violations

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed more than $14.4 million in monetary...

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FCC releases consumer complaints report for Q1 2013

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released its report on inquiries and complaints...

FCC proposes changes to boost AM radios

The Federal Communications Commission has proposed removing or updating regulations that AM radio station...

Connect America Funding Authorized to Connect Unserved Homes and Businesses in Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico

The Federal Communication’s Connect America Fund has authorized over $32 million in funding to provide new broadband access to over 42,000 unserved homes and businesses in Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. This will now allow 100,000 people the ability to connect to broadband service.