Public-Safety, Industry Weigh in on State Leasing Framework for 4.9 GHz Band
In comments on the FCC’s decision to allow commercial use in the 4.9 GHz band, public-safety entities continued to oppose the decision and push the FCC to vacate, while other industry organizations showed support for the effort but said strong FCC oversight is needed for the new rules to succeed.  FULL STORY
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