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FCC considers 3.45 GHz auction in October

February 24, 2021

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The Federal Communications Commission is considering an auction of additional midband airwaves as soon as October of this year, for 100 megahertz of spectrum at 3.45-3.55 GHz.

Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has begun circulating a proposal that the FCC will consider at its next meeting on March 17. Commissioner Brendan Carr has already indicated his support of the action, which will open up midband spectrum that is contiguous with the Citizens Broadband Radio Service.

“We need to deliver the 5G that the American people were promised. That means a 5G that is fast, secure, resilient, and—most importantly—available across the country. This important auction is a crucial step toward making that a reality.

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