Spectrum Abundance for Weird Space Stuff
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The proposed rule by the Federal Communications Commission aims to address the critical shortage of radio spectrum available for emergent space operations that utilize telemetry, tracking, and command functions. The rule seeks to expand the Commission's regulatory framework to create secondary allocations in frequency bands to facilitate these operations. Additionally, it proposes to allow existing spectrum licensees to lease their spectrum to emerging mission operators, promoting a more efficient use of the radio spectrum for innovative space technologies.
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Key Changes
- Expanded regulatory framework for emergent space operations
- Creation of secondary spectrum allocations for Space Operation Service
- Licensing framework to allow existing licensees to lease spectrum
Obligations
What this law requires
File comments on the proposed rule through the FCC's Electronic Comment Filing System (ECFS) at https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs, identified by SB Docket No. 26-54, by May 11, 2026
File reply comments through ECFS by June 8, 2026 for those responding to initial comments
File written ex parte presentations or memoranda summarizing oral ex parte presentations within two business days after the presentation, unless a different Sunshine period deadline applies
Include in ex parte memoranda a list of all persons attending or participating in the meeting and a summary of all data presented and arguments made during the presentation
File documents shown or given to Commission staff during ex parte meetings as written ex parte presentations consistent with 47 CFR § 1.1206(b)