FCC Proposes Rules for Location-Based Routing of Wireless 911 Calls
In 2018, the FCC released a Notice of Inquiry in Docket 18-64 after it recognized that there was a problem routing certain wireless 911 calls.
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FCC gives ISPs 6 months to display broadband ‘nutrition’ labels for their plans
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) officially approved new rules which will require ISPs to display broadband “nutrition” labels that help consumers compare and contrast various broadband plans
FCC Orders Data Collection for Affordable Connectivity Program
In a Fourth Report and Order (Order) and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Notice) released November 23, 2022, in Docket 21-450
The FCC’s New Broadband Map is out – here’s how to use it
At long last, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has released the first draft of its new broadband map, giving the public its first look at in-depth coverage data about every location in the country
FTC to Enforce Expanded Definition of “Unfair Competition”
In a Statement issued on November 10, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) stated that it would once again restore the agency’s policy
FCC Proposes New Rules for Emergency Alert Systems
In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Notice) in Docket 22-339 released on October 27, 2022, the FCC proposed to “bolster the operational readiness and security of the nation’s public alert and warning systems, the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts. These systems warn the public about emergencies through alerts on their televisions, radios, and wireless phones.”
FCC Tries to Stop Robocalls Over Non-IP Networks
While they disagree on many issues, the evenly divided FCC agrees on the importance of stopping illegal robocalls. Therefore, it requires voice providers to implement the caller ID authentication technology called STIR/SHAKEN on their Internet Protocol (IP) networks. STIR/SHAKEN combats robocalls by allowing voice carriers to verify that the caller ID information transmitted with a call matches the caller’s number.
FCC Takes Aim at Scam Text Messaging
On September 27, 2022, the FCC decided to act against scam text messaging. Unwanted texts cause similar problems as unwanted voice calls since they violate consumer privacy and can jump-start consumer fraud and identity theft.
FCC to Set Rules for Calling Services for Inmates with Disabilities
In May 2021, in a Fifth Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in Docket 12-375, the FCC sought industry comments on requiring inmate calling services providers to provide access to all eligible relay services for incarcerated people with communication disabilities.
Sonic Seeks Return of Unbundled Network Elements
The FCC released a Report and Order that phased out cost based ILEC unbundling requirements everywhere except in the most rural areas of the country.