US's FCC Revolutionizes Spectrum Use: New Rules for the Lower 37 GHz Band

On April 28, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted new sharing rules to encourage innovative commercial uses of the lower 37 GHz spectrum band.

This new framework is intended to support Internet of Things (IoT) systems, wireless broadband, internet backhaul connections, and increased capacity for mobile systems.

The lower 37 GHz band is currently shared by government and commercial entities, but there are no clear sharing rules for this spectrum, which prevents companies from moving forward with their deployments.

The Commission seeks to promote access to this spectrum by a wide variety of entities, support innovative uses of the band, and ensure the spectrum is widely used.

WHOM DOES THIS IMPACT?

The direct impact is on telecommunications and technology companies, government and military entities, consumers, and end users, IoT developers, and startups.

CONCLUSION:

These new FCC rules have the potential to significantly transform the telecommunications and technology landscape, benefiting a wide range of players in the digital ecosystem.

Regulatory Impact:

Top Priority: Yes Type of Certificate: Yes Spectrum Bands: Yes Import Changes HS Codes: No Standard Changes: Yes Product Changes: No Label Changes: No