U.S. Pushes to Lead in Spectrum Race with New Act
The U.S. government is pushing to modernize its spectrum policy with the National Spectrum Strategy and Implementation Plan. A key hurdle, however, has been the lapse in the FCC's auction authority, which expired a year ago. Now, the 'Spectrum Pipeline Act of 2024' aims to restore this authority and boost mid-band spectrum access.
The U.S. currently ranks 13th among leading nations in licensed mid-band spectrum, trailing behind countries like China. To address this, the NTIA is studying over 2,700 megahertz of spectrum for potential repurposing. This includes bands for wireless broadband, drones, and satellite operations. Meanwhile, the FCC is exploring new uses for unlicensed spectrum, such as permitting very low power devices in more portions of the 6 GHz band.
The Spectrum Pipeline Act of 2024, introduced to Congress, seeks to restore the FCC's auction authority. This move is seen as crucial for U.S. economic competitiveness in the global digital race. New authorizations for licensed spectrum use are also necessary to further boost commercial use of spectrum.
The Spectrum Pipeline Act of 2024, if passed, will help the U.S. catch up with other nations in mid-band spectrum access. It will also enable the FCC to hold auctions and create new uses for unlicensed spectrum, driving innovation and growth in the digital sector.
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