FEDERALhearing transcript

Congressional Hearing on Wireless Spectrum Policy

Original title: NEXT STEPS FOR SPECTRUM POLICY

January 1, 2016

telecommunications radio spectrum FCC wireless technology broadband policy

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing established the legislative oversight framework for how the federal government manages radio , which directly impacts the availability and quality of wireless and mobile broadband services for all consumers.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Wireless service providers

These companies participate in FCC spectrum auctions to acquire the airwaves necessary to provide mobile data and voice services.

Broadcasters

Broadcasters are subject to regulatory changes regarding how spectrum is shared or repurposed for wireless use.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2016.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The House Subcommittee on Communications and Technology held a hearing on March 26, 2015, to discuss future policies regarding the management and allocation of radio . The session featured testimony from Federal Communications Commission (FCC) officials regarding spectrum auctions and airwaves sharing.

Key Facts

The hearing took place on March 26, 2015, in room 2322 of the Rayburn House Office Building.
The session was conducted by the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Witnesses included four senior officials from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
The hearing included a review of the AWS-3 auction results.
The subcommittee received a statement from the National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters.
An article regarding the FTC's database and airwaves sharing was submitted into the record by Mr. Long.

Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is radio spectrum?

Radio refers to the range of electromagnetic frequencies used to transmit data, including mobile phone signals, television broadcasts, and Wi-Fi.

Why does Congress hold hearings on spectrum policy?

Congress oversees the FCC to ensure that the limited resource of radio is managed efficiently to support economic growth and consumer access to wireless services.

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Discoveries

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Historical Oversight

The document reflects the 114th Congress's focus on the transition to mobile-first spectrum allocation following the AWS-3 auction.

Federal Communications Commission

Connected Entities

personJulius Knapp“Chief, Office of Engineering and Technology, FCC”Map →

personGary Epstein“Chair, Incentive Auction Task Force, FCC”Map →

organizationFederal Communications Commission“Federal agency responsible for spectrum regulation”Map →

personJohn Leibovitz“Deputy Bureau Chief, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, FCC”Map →

personAnna G. Eshoo“Ranking Member of the Subcommittee”Map →

personGreg Walden“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology”Map →

personRoger Sherman“Chief, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, FCC”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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