FCC Gets Petition to Rethink Network Disruption Rules
Published Date: 10/13/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
Thomas Goode, representing the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions, has asked the FCC to rethink some rules about keeping communication networks strong during disruptions. This affects telecom companies and anyone relying on steady phone and internet service. If you want to argue against this petition, you have until October 29, 2026, with replies due by November 9, 2026.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Petition to Reconsider Network Resiliency Rules
A petition for reconsideration was filed by Thomas Goode for the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions about rules that govern keeping phone and internet networks working during disruptions (amendments to Part 4). Oppositions to the petition are due October 29, 2026, and replies are due November 9, 2026; the Commission released Report No. 3236 on September 23, 2026.
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