About the FCC
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) was established by the Communications Act of 1934 as an independent U.S. government agency and is directl...
International Section 214 Application Filing Guidelines
Select Guide SectionIntroduction to International Section 214 Application Filing RequirementsHow to Answer Questions on the Internati...
Frequently Asked Questions About Transactions
Q: Once parties file their applications with the FCC, what happens next?
A: Once the applications are complete and in compliance with our filing rul...
Overview of the FCC’s Review of Significant Transactions
Introduction
Congress has charged the FCC with initially assigning licenses and authorizations under the Communications Act – for example, broad...
How to Report a Suspected Violation of Ex Parte Rules
Section 1.1214 of the Commission's Rules provides:
Any party to a proceeding or any Commission employee who has substantial reason to believe that...
How to File a Notice of an Ex Parte Presentation
When are Ex Parte Presentations Allowed?
For the purposes of the Ex Parte rules, FCC proceedings are broken down into three categories:
1. &...
How Do I Find Out What Information is Subject to FOIA Requests
What Can I Obtain with a FOIA Request?Under the FOIA and the FCC's implementing rules, you are allowed to obtain copies of FCC records unless the rec...
Taking Legal Action
If you believe that you have been financially damaged by a
telecommunications
carrier and would like to take legal action against that carrier, y...
Interference Complaints
The Enforcement Bureau's
Spectrum Enforcement Division,
in conjunction with the
Regional and Field Offices,
is responsible fo...
How to Apply for an Internship at the FCC
Instructions:Browse the internship positions currently available at the FCC.Research the various Bureaus and Offices to learn more about them and cho...