“Mystic Alerts Act” Becomes Law; Promotes Wireless Emergency Alerts from Satellites

On October 22, 2026, the President signed the Mystic Alerts Act, directing the Federal Communications Commission to develop rules to facilitate the delivery of emergency alerts by satellite.

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FCC Begins 4.9 GHz Band Manager Selection Process — Nominations for Stakeholder Selection Committee Due October 28, 2026

The FCC has launched the process to select a 4.9 GHz Band Manager, an entity that would protect incumbent public safety operations, help coordinate and promote efficient and more intensive use of the 4.9 GHz band, support deployment of advanced technologies and manage spectrum-sharing arrangements.

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When Public Safety Communications Met a National Tragedy

This September, our country will recognize a solemn and unfortunate anniversary – 25 years since the September 11 terrorist attacks.

Many in our profession weren’t born yet or are too young to remember that day and those that followed. For others, such as myself, there are aspects of it we will never forget.

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