Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:OI Docket No. 24-523, MD Docket No. 24-524
Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks
Federal Communications Commission — observed across 2 documents over 0 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The FCC is proposing stricter reviews of underwater cables that carry internet between the US and other countries to better check for national security, law enforcement, and trade risks. Small business owners relying on international internet should watch this rule through September 25 and prepare for possible changes to cable landing approval standards.
First seen
Jul 27, 2026
Last seen
Jul 27, 2026
Latest stage
Proposed Rule
PRORULE → RULE
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Effective on
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Comments close
Friday, September 25, 2026
Stage timeline
Final·Jul 27, 2026·91 FR 46844
Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks
effective Sep 25, 2026#2026-15123
Proposed·Jul 27, 2026·91 FR 46888
Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks
effective Aug 26, 2026comments close Sep 25, 2026#2026-15120