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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 105542
    Reading Time:about 28 minutes

    The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is asking for public comments on how the growing use of devices connecting directly to satellites in the L-band might affect GPS signals. These devices, operating between 1610-1660.5 MHz, have less strict emission limits than terrestrial ones, posing risks of interference with GPS signals at 1575.42 MHz. NTIA seeks input on the interference risks and possible solutions to safeguard GPS while allowing the advantages of these direct-to-device services. The comments are due by February 10, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The NTIA wants to know if new satellite phones might mess up GPS signals and is asking people for ideas on how to stop this while still enjoying the benefits of these new phones.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103788
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, plans to host seven regional meetings between February and May 2025. These meetings are designed to help grantees of various broadband grant programs, including those aimed at increasing digital equity and broadband access in underserved communities. Each event will end with a regional roundtable where the public can discuss the impact of these programs and strategies for long-term sustainability. The sessions will feature experts from government, academia, and industry and invite both public and private stakeholders to collaborate on making technology accessible to all residents.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government wants to help everyone get good internet by holding meetings where experts and the public can talk about how to keep these internet programs working well for a long time. But, the plan doesn’t say how they will choose who joins these meetings or how they will keep track of the money spent to ensure it helps as many people as possible.