FCCProposed Rule

Petitions for Reconsideration of Action in Rulemaking Proceeding

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Summary

The FCC is proposing new rules that would make it easier for people and companies to ask the agency to reconsider decisions it made during rulemaking processes. This means if you disagree with an FCC decision about phone, internet, or broadcast rules, you'd have clearer procedures and possibly more time to request that they take another look at their decision.

Key Points

  • 1The rule would establish clearer procedures for submitting petitions asking the FCC to reconsider its decisions made during rulemaking proceedings
  • 2It could extend or clarify deadlines for when people and companies can file these reconsideration requests
  • 3The change affects telecommunications companies, internet providers, broadcasters, consumer advocates, and anyone who wants to challenge FCC decisions
  • 4This is a proposed rule, meaning the FCC is still taking public comments before deciding whether to adopt it
  • 5The rule aims to make the FCC's processes more transparent and fair by giving stakeholders a better chance to have their concerns heard

Key Dates

Published

March 14, 2025

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