What is Now Expected for Filing Application Submissions with the FCC

April 25, 2022 3:45pm

Jill Sandford
Chief Legal Officer
FirstLight Fiber

Brian D. Weimer
Partner
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP

The FCC’s Second Report and Order outlines a set of standardized national security and law enforcement questions for parties whose applications will be referred to the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunication Services Sector. During this session, hear expert insights on key issues, including:

  • Satisfying the requirements of two simultaneous filing processes when answering the Standard Questions and filing submissions or applications
  • Delving into the Standard Question criteria
    • Corporate structure and shareholder information
    • Relationships with foreign entities
    • Financial condition and circumstances
    • Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
    • Business and operational information, including services to be provided and network infrastructure
  • Common misconceptions about the new Team Telecom structure, timelines, scope of authority/jurisdiction and review process
  • Examining the broad impact on investors and regulated entities