FC glossary terms

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Fcc License

/ˌɛfˌsiːˈsiː ˈlaɪsəns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An authorization issued by the Federal Communications Commission permitting the operation of radio, television, or other communication equipment.
    The broadcaster obtained an FCC license to operate the new radio station legally.

Forms

  • fcc license
  • fcc licenses

Commentary

The term specifically refers to licenses granted by the FCC, highlighting regulatory compliance for use of public airwaves and communication facilities.


Fcc Order

/ˌɛf-siː-siː ˈɔrdər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A directive or decision issued by the Federal Communications Commission that establishes rules or resolves disputes regarding communications law and regulation.
    The FCC order mandated changes to the telecommunications providers' network management policies.

Forms

  • fcc order
  • fcc orders

Commentary

FCC orders represent formal administrative actions that carry the force of law and often arise from rulemaking or adjudicatory processes.


Fcc Regulation

/ˌɛf si ˈsi ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal rules and standards issued by the Federal Communications Commission governing communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.
    The FCC regulation prohibits unauthorized radio frequency interference.

Forms

  • fcc regulation
  • fcc regulations

Commentary

FCC regulations are crucial in telecommunications law and are often updated to reflect technological changes and policy priorities.


Fcc Rulemaking

/ˌɛfˌsiːˈsiː ˈruːlmākɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The formal process by which the Federal Communications Commission adopts, amends, or repeals regulations under its statutory authority.
    The FCC rulemaking initiated a public comment period to address net neutrality concerns.

Forms

  • fcc rulemaking

Commentary

FCC rulemaking typically involves public participation via notice and comment periods, reflecting the administrative law framework governing federal agencies.


Fcc Rules

/ˌɛfˌsiːˈsiː ruːlz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The set of regulations issued by the Federal Communications Commission governing communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable across the United States.
    The broadcaster must comply with the FCC rules to maintain its license.

Forms

  • fcc rules
  • fcc rule

Commentary

Refer to 'FCC rules' collectively; singular 'FCC rule' typically denotes an individual regulation within the FCC's codified framework.

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