FCC Radio Wizards Gear Up for 2027 Global Wave War
Published Date: 3/6/2025
Notice
Summary
The World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee is meeting on April 15, 2025, to get ready for the big 2027 global radio rules conference. This meeting is open to everyone and will share updates and finalize plans that affect how the U.S. uses radio waves, which impacts tech, businesses, and everyday users. You can watch live online and even ask questions, making it easy to stay in the loop without spending a dime.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Public can watch and participate online
You can watch the WRC Advisory Committee meeting live online with open captioning at www.fcc.gov/live on April 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. You can send live questions during the meeting to [email protected], and you may present comments at the meeting or submit them in advance by email to [email protected].
Accommodations available for disabilities
Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available for the April 15, 2025 meeting; to request accommodations, email [email protected] or call 202-418-0530 and include a description of the accommodation and contact information.
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