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NTIA Comments on Submarine Cable Landing License NPRM
NTIA supports improving submarine cable security, but cautions the Commission to avoid duplicative licensing requirements that applicants or licensees already comply with via agreements with the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector.
18 GHz Band Report
As directed by the 2023 National Spectrum Strategy (NSS), the frequency band 18.1-18.6 GHz (the “18 GHz band”) was identified for study for expanded federal and non-federal satellite operations, consistent with the United States position at the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU’s) 2023 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23). WRC-23 concluded on December 23, 2023, adding co-primary space-to-space allocations for the intersatellite service (ISS) in this band.
Recruitment of First Responder Network Authority Board Members
NTIA issues this Notice to initiate the annual process of seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to serve on the Board of the First Responder Network Authority. The term for one of the twelve non-permanent members of the FirstNet Authority Board will be available for appointment or reappointment in 2025.
NTIA Comments in Response to FCC Notice of Inquiry on Promoting the Development of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Technologies and Solutions
In opening this inquiry, the Federal Communications Commission grapples with vulnerabilities in a bedrock United States Government-provided technology, the Global Positioning System (GPS).
The Commission’s “whole of government” approach aligns with Executive Branch operations, authorities and initiatives. In these comments, NTIA highlights the key roles Federal agencies play in sustaining and improving Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) services.
NTIA Comments on Facilitating Opportunities for Advanced Air Mobility
NTIA's Guide to Streamlined Endangered Species Act (ESA) Compliance for Broadband Deployments
Overview:
This guidance assists recipients in applying the permitting tools that NTIA has developed to streamline Endangered Species Act compliance.
Final Proposal Submission Requirements: Non-Service Codes
Overview:
This document provides guidance on the Final Proposal non-service codes.
NTIA Extends Innovation Fund Application Deadline
NTIA is extending the deadline for applications for the third Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund.
This extension will allow applicants more time to formulate effective partnerships and prepare quality submissions. Award applications are now due by April 16, 2025.