Joint Statement Of Commissioner Michael O'Rielly And Jessica Rosenworcel On The Public Notice To Update And Refresh The Record Regarding Unlicensed Use In The 5.9 Ghz Band

It is great news that a unanimous Federal Communications Commission approved the 5.9 GHz Public Notice, setting the stage for opening up this spectrum band for unlicensed use. Through a record refresh and rigorous, but timely, testing of prototypes, we expect to be able to fully protect vital Dedicated Short Range Communications safety-of-life functionality while promoting innovation and expanding the unlicensed services that American consumers seek.