Implementing Public Safety Broadband Provisions of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012

The Federal Communications Commission seeks comment on certain proposals to implement provisions of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 governing deployment of a nationwide public safety broadband network in the 700 MHz band.

The FCC is considering the adoption of initial rules to protect against harmful radio frequency interference in the spectrum designated for public safety services, as well as other requirements related to FirstNet's license and to facilitating the transition directed under the Public Safety Spectrum Act. Our proposals in this Notice are intended to provide a solid foundation for FirstNet's operations, taking into account FirstNet's need for flexibility in carrying out its statutory duties under the Public Safety Spectrum Act to establish a nationwide public safety broadband network.