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Search Results: keywords:"licensing procedures"

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 11880
    Reading Time:about 40 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) introduced a new rule to simplify licensing procedures for satellite services. This rule allows operators to obtain a unified license for both space and earth stations, which streamlines the authorization process by eliminating unnecessary reporting requirements and aligning the build-out timelines for these stations. The rule is designed to reduce regulatory burdens, enhance operational flexibility for satellite operators, and ensure that information provided is not redundant. The changes aim to foster better efficiency within the satellite services sector, ultimately benefiting both providers and users.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC made a new rule that helps satellite companies get one license instead of two, which makes things easier and faster for everyone using or providing satellite services. But some of the steps needed can be hard to understand and might be tricky and more expensive for smaller businesses.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 9472
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Communications Commission has issued a final rule to update its FM Table of Allotments by reinstating certain vacant FM allotments. These allotments became vacant due to cancellations of authorizations and licenses, or the dismissal of applications, and their reinstatement is intended to enable licensing processes. The Commission determined that further notice and comment are unnecessary, as this action is considered ministerial. This rule is effective as of February 16, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Communications Commission decided to put back some radio spots that were empty, so people can use them to broadcast on the radio again. They didn't ask the public for more opinions because they thought it was a simple task.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1636
    Reading Time:about 9 hours

    The Department of Justice has issued a final rule to implement Executive Order 14117, which aims to prevent certain countries or individuals from accessing sensitive personal and government-related data of Americans. This rule identifies specific data transactions that are either prohibited or restricted due to national security risks posed by foreign interests. The regulation outlines prohibited data transactions and establishes procedures to authorize or restrict them through licensing. It aims to protect U.S. national security by limiting access to sensitive data by countries considered to be a threat.

    Simple Explanation

    The rule is like a new, super-strong lock that the U.S. is putting on important personal and government secrets to stop certain countries or people that might be dangerous from sneaking a peek. This lock has special rules about who can look at these secrets and how they can do it.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 104502
    Reading Time:about 30 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released a Public Notice proposing new licensing and coordination procedures for its Space Launch Service. The FCC is seeking public comments on these proposals, which include requirements for registering launch sites, coordinating frequencies, and detailing technical data necessary for space launches. The Notice also mentions that frequency coordination will involve collaborating with Federal and non-Federal entities and introduces new regulations to streamline the authorization process for space launches. Comments on the proposals must be submitted by January 22, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC wants to make new rules for sending rockets into space, and they are asking people to share their thoughts on these plans. They need help figuring out how to pick the right people to manage radio signals during launches, and how to make the rules easier to understand for everyone.