The FCC Public Safety Bureau on Friday asked for comments...
The FCC Public Safety Bureau on Friday asked for comments on 700 MHz transition issues relative to the recently enacted Spectrum Act and the creation of a new national network for public safety. Among its proposals is rescinding the waivers…
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that would allow early deployment of networks in the 700 MHz band (http://xrl.us/bm2x2n). “What would the impact -- including cost -- be to the Waiver Recipients of such an approach?” the bureau asks. “Could the cost impact be minimized in any way? For instance, could we rescind the waiver authorizations of only those jurisdictions who have not yet expended significant funds? Is there another method to achieve the same objectives, while minimizing any adverse impacts? Is this approach consistent with the Spectrum Act?” Oklahoma, Louisiana and other jurisdictions have been pressing hard to join the list of waiver recipients. The bureau notes that only Texas and Charlotte, N.C., appear close to going live with early networks. “We seek comment on the most expedient and cost-effective way to transition the Waiver Recipients’ authorizations,” the notice says. “What actions should the Commission take to effectuate the transition? Should the Commission issue a stay to halt deployment by the Waiver Recipients in order to avoid additional costs being incurred by the Waiver Recipients? What impact would such action have on Waiver Recipients’ funding, including obligations such as those under the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP)?” Comments are due April 20.