Witnesses
discussed aspects of the fight to open up C-band to wireless use before
Congress on Tuesday. Incumbent satellite companies on the band have
proposed that the FCC let them sell the spectrum privately, while
cablecos, Google, and some wireless providers are lobbying for an
FCC-run auction.
Earlier in the day, FCC Office of Engineering and Technology Chief
Julius Knapp said Chairman Ajit Pai hopes to have some aspects of the
C-band proceeding settled this fall. However, while stakeholders are
talking with each other, not much conviviality was displayed Tuesday
among those who use the spectrum now, and those who want to.
“Without competitive policies to foster competition among providers,
rural areas will be left behind,” Competitive Carriers Association SVP
Legislative Affairs Tim Donovan told members of the House Energy and
Commerce telecom subcommittee. “C-band presents a unique and immediate
opportunity for wireless use.” Continue Reading
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