Court Slaps FCC: Rethink 5G Radiation Safety Now
Published Date: 9/22/2026
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The FCC is asking for your thoughts on radio frequency (RF) safety rules after a court told them to take another look. This affects anyone using wireless tech like 5G and future 6G, as the FCC plans to update rules to keep things safe while pushing new tech forward. Comments are due by October 22, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up before changes that could impact jobs, innovation, and how we use wireless devices.
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