The following is a list of our advocacy priorities for the coming year. Despite much progress and several wins that APCO members should be proud of since we announced our 2021 legislative and regulatory priorities, there is still significant work to be done for public safety communications.
APCO, UTC, IAFC, NPSTC etc.: Petition for Rulemaking: Unlicensed Use of the 6 GHz Band
APCO, UTC, IAFC, NPSTC etc.: Request for Stay: Unlicensed Use of the 6 GHz Band
APCO Congratulates FCC Chairwoman on Senate Confirmation
Today, the United States Senate voted to confirm FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to serve another five-year term at the Federal Communications Commission. Rosenworcel was first appointed as an FCC Commissioner in 2012 and is the first woman to be designated as permanent chair.
APCO Congratulates Nominees and FCC Chair
Today, President Biden announced the designation of Jessica Rosenworcel to serve as Chairwoman of the Federal Communications Commission and nominated her to serve another term at the FCC.
Proceeding: E911 Service Requirements for IP-Enabled Service Providers
Implementing Provisions of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012
APCO Applauds FCC Action on 4.9 GHz Public Safety Spectrum
Today the Federal Communications Commission adopted an order staying – or suspending – provisions of its rules for the 4.9 GHz spectrum band that would permit licensing of the spectrum for commercial purposes
APCO Congratulates Rosenworcel on Appointment as Acting FCC Chair
Today, President Biden announced the appointment of Jessica Rosenworcel to serve as Acting Chair of the Federal Communications Commission. Rosenworcel has more than two decades of experience in communications policy and public service. She was first appointed as an FCC Commissioner in 2012. Prior to that, she served as Senior Communications Counsel for the United […]
Update on New FCC Spectrum Rules: Why APCO is suing the FCC
By Jeff Cohen Last year, I wrote a blog titled “New FCC Spectrum Rules Put Public Safety Communications at Risk.” As I explained, the FCC adopted new rules to allow Wi-Fi routers to freely operate throughout a major spectrum band that is heavily relied upon by public safety agencies for “microwave” communications. APCO and other […]
