FCCProposed Rule

Petition for Reconsideration of Action in Proceeding

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Summary

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing a new rule that would allow people and companies to ask the FCC to reconsider decisions it has already made in legal proceedings. This gives people a second chance to challenge or appeal FCC decisions if they believe the agency made a mistake or didn't consider important information.

Key Points

  • 1Allows individuals and companies to formally request that the FCC review and reconsider its past decisions in legal cases
  • 2Provides a process for presenting new evidence or arguments that weren't available or considered during the original decision
  • 3Could affect anyone who deals with FCC matters, including phone companies, internet providers, broadcasters, and consumers with complaints
  • 4Establishes clearer rules and deadlines for how and when people can file these reconsideration petitions
  • 5This is still a proposed rule, meaning the FCC is seeking public feedback before making it final

Key Dates

Published

February 5, 2026

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