May 24, 2026 to May 30, 2026

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📋 In This Week's Newsletter

• 🏛️ This Week's Congressional Calendar
• 🇺🇸 Federal Government News
• 📚 What We're Reading This Week

This Week's Congressional Calendar

• House Energy and Commerce: Examining Legislation for Federal Privacy and Data Security: The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade will hold a hearing on June 3, 2026 at 2:15 p.m. (ET), in Rayburn House Office Building Room 2123, to discuss proposed legislation for a comprehensive federal privacy and data security law.
• House Energy and Commerce: Examining U.S. Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Capabilities: The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology is scheduled for a hearing titled "Where Are We?: Examining Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Capabilities in the United States" on June 4, 2026 at 2:15 p.m. (ET), in Rayburn House Office Building Room 2123.

Federal Government News

FCC Seeks Input on Proposed Enhanced Know-Your-Customer Requirements

The Federal Communications Commission published a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on May 26, requesting comments on proposals to clarify and expand Know-Your-Customer (KYC) requirements for originating voice service providers. The Commission is considering rules that mandate detailed customer identification from both new and renewing customers, potential verification and retention standards for personally identifiable information, and tiered risk controls for high-volume and foreign customers. The FNPRM outlines possible penalties for violations, including a $2,500 per call base forfeiture. Comments are due by June 25, with reply comments accepted until July 27, 2026. The proposed requirements aim to address illegal and fraudulent use of telecommunications networks and support enforcement efforts. The Commission is also seeking guidance on implementation timelines and compliance burden minimization, particularly for small providers. Legal authority is cited under Sections 201(b), 227(e), and 251(e) of the Communications Act.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

FCC Information Collections Submitted for OMB Approval

On May 28, the FCC announced requests for public and agency comments regarding two information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The first, related to Section 74.703(h) rules, requires broadcast licensees to report after resuming operation from interference-related suspensions, involving 50 respondents annually and an estimated $100,000 total cost. The second, associated with the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau’s Universal Licensing System, affects 57,070 respondents and aims to streamline licensing and reduce duplicative filings, with no associated cost. The FCC is also soliciting feedback on ways to minimize collection burdens for small businesses, as mandated by the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

FCC Notice Invites Public Comment on Part 76 Information Collections

The Federal Communications Commission released a notice on May 28 seeking comments regarding revisions to information collections under OMB Control Number 3060-0888, relating to procedural requirements for disputes involving program carriage, program access, cable carriage, and open video systems under Part 76 rules. The notice describes updated procedures, including timelines, documentation, and confidentiality standards following the removal of Section 76.1302(k) after a court decision. Comments are due by July 27, 2026. The annual estimated burden is 34,816 hours with a cost of $3,775,680.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

FCC Requests Input on Station Recordkeeping Requirements

On May 29, the FCC issued a notice requesting comment on information collection requirements for station records under Sections 74.781, 74.1281, and 78.69. The requirements affect 14,052 respondents and include maintaining documentation such as authorizations, maintenance records, and logs related to tower lighting, unscheduled outages, and transmitter adjustments. Records must generally be retained for two years, with an estimated annual burden of 12,751 hours and a total annual cost of $6,030,000. Comments are requested by July 28, 2026.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

Space Bureau Seeks Comment on GSO Reference Link Revisions for Satellite Broadband

The FCC's Space Bureau, via notice dated May 28, opened a proceeding to seek comment on revisions to the geostationary satellite (GSO) reference links adopted in the Modernizing Spectrum Sharing for Satellite Broadband Report and Order. The Bureau invites public input on adding, removing, or updating the current set of 328 GSO reference links, including technical criteria and database columns, to facilitate efficient spectrum sharing between GSO and non-GSO (NGSO) systems. Comments may be filed electronically using the ECFS system. The proceeding follows recent rule updates for satellite operations in several GHz bands.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

CISA Reschedules Town Hall Meetings on Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA)

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency announced a revised schedule for virtual town hall meetings related to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking under the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA). Meetings will take place June 15-18, covering general and sector-specific sessions for groups such as communications, dams, healthcare, and energy. Stakeholders may register via www.cisa.gov/circia and submit comments using docket ID CISA-2022-0010. The meetings were rescheduled following a DHS appropriations lapse earlier this year.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

Proposal Review Panel for Cyberinfrastructure Renewed by NSF

The National Science Foundation renewed the Proposal Review Panel for Cyberinfrastructure (#1185) for two years, effective June 26, 2026, following approval on April 20. The panel supports peer review of proposals related to advanced cyberinfrastructure with a budget of $180,506 and 473 members. The committee evaluates technical merit and broader impacts, ensuring representation across disciplines and sectors. NSF cited previous accomplishments, including support for computing infrastructure and AI, as basis for the renewal.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

NSF Renews Review Panel for Electrical, Communications, and Cyber Systems

The National Science Foundation renewed the Proposal Review Panel for Electrical, Communications, and Cyber Systems (#1196) for two years starting June 26, 2026. The committee, with a budget of $216,389 and 529 members, is responsible for reviewing proposals on scientific research, engineering, and science education. In fiscal year 2025, 1,186 proposals across 76 meetings were evaluated, supporting NSF's merit review system with external peer evaluations.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

BTS Submits Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data to OMB

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics submitted data security requirements for accessing confidential data to the Office of Management and Budget for review under the Evidence Act. The submission pertains to the federal Standard Application Process (SAP) for restricted use microdata, expected to involve five application submissions annually for BTS-owned confidential data assets. The average burden per respondent is estimated at 90 minutes, with an annual average of 7.5 hours. No comments were received on the earlier Federal Register notice.

Sources: www.federalregister.gov

What We're Reading This Week

• Opinion | Blocking the construction of data centers is a national security risk: Restrictions on new data centers could negatively impact national security and AI-related infrastructure.
• Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports: Iran resumes international internet access after previous restrictions, noting state media statements.
• Huawei looks beyond Moore's Law: Huawei outlines strategic advances in AI hardware, moving past traditional semiconductor scaling.
• Europe's push to break Big Tech's grip tempered by internal debate: European regulators face internal disagreements in their efforts to curb the dominance of large technology firms.
• SoftBank to build up AI data centres in France with major investment: SoftBank announces significant investment to expand AI data center capacity in France.

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