FCC Announces Deregulatory Initiative Seeking Public Input

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | 12:05pm CT

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has launched an extensive deregulatory initiative titled "In re: Delete, Delete, Delete," aiming to identify and eliminate outdated regulations and reduce bureaucratic burdens. This move is in alignment with President Trump's recent executive orders focused on promoting economic prosperity through deregulation.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr highlighted the initiative as a response to the directives from President Trump's administration, which has been keen on slashing regulations to foster economic opportunities. "We are ushering in a new era of economic freedom, removing unnecessary regulations that hinder innovation and economic growth," said Carr.

The initiative is based on Executive Orders 14192, "Unleashing Prosperity Through Deregulation," and 14219, "Ensuring Lawful Governance And Implementing The President's 'Department Of Government Efficiency' Deregulatory Initiative," which were issued to streamline government operations and enhance economic performance.

The FCC is now soliciting public comments on which rules or regulations should be considered for elimination or modification. The goal is to alleviate unnecessary regulatory burdens, facilitating investments and innovation within the communications sector. This public input will guide the FCC in identifying regulations that may be outdated, unnecessary, or impose undue burdens, particularly those hindering the deployment and expansion of communications infrastructure.

Comments and reply comments are due by April 11, 2025, and April 28, 2025, respectively. Interested parties are encouraged to provide detailed suggestions and rationale for recommended changes to FCC rules. This will not only include cost-benefit analyses but also considerations based on the practical experience of implementing these rules, technological advancements, and changes in the marketplace.

"This is about more than just cutting red tape. Our aim is to critically assess every rule and its impact, ensuring that our regulations align with today's technological and economic realities," added Carr. The initiative underscores the FCC's commitment to not just revising but potentially eliminating rules that may impede innovation and economic growth in the communications industry.