The Federal Communications Commission announced plans to establish a federal advisory committee to evaluate proposals and recommend a band manager for the 4.9 GHz spectrum band.
The chosen band manager will oversee coordination in the 4940-4990 MHz range and be authorized to enter into a spectrum sharing agreement with FirstNet.
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The Federal Communications Commission announced that OMB approved information collections for upper C-band rules, taking effect on October 19, 2026.
The rules support clearing 160 megahertz of spectrum for flexible-use terrestrial wireless service ahead of a mandated July 4, 2027 public auction deadline.
Incumbent satellite operators must submit detailed transition plans by November 5, 2026, and complete relocation by 2030 or 2031.
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