WifiForward’s statement on FCC’s decision to grant wireless internet service providers 60-day special temporary authority (STA) of 5.9 GHz band

During this unprecedented crisis, Americans are depending on their Wi-Fi networks to work, learn and stay connected to critical information. Today, the FCC took an important step, allowing WISPs access to the lower 45 MHz of the 5.9 GHz band to connect people — safeguarding vital community functions and ensuring Americans are not left behind during this time of surging home and community broadband use. This is a great opportunity to take unused spectrum and put it to work for our communities, now. The FCC is showing leadership to expand providers’ network capacity during this time of crisis. WifiForward commends the Chairman and his colleagues for their leadership on this urgent issue.