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Welcome to the July 2025 edition of the Washington Laboratories Newsletter. This month, we bring you key regulatory updates, event details, featured insights, and a look at our technical resources — all designed to keep you informed and ahead in EMC, wireless, and compliance.

In This Issue

• FCC Announces New Rules for Foreign Ownership Restrictions
• Regulatory Updates: FCC & ISED
• Upcoming Event: IEEE EMC+SIPI Symposium
• Featured Article: The Hidden Challenges of CubeSat Missions
• Featured Webinar: MIL-STD-810 / DO-160 Testing Insights

Regulatory Updates: FCC & ISED

This month’s regulatory news includes several significant actions from the FCC and ISED Canada:

FCC Updates

• Connected Vehicle Technologies
  The FCC is seeking public input on proposed rules regarding connected vehicle systems. Industry stakeholders are encouraged to submit comments to help shape these emerging regulations. View more
• Satellite Spectrum Expansion
  The FCC is requesting additional input on proposals to expand authorized satellite operations into new frequency bands, including 12.7–13.25 GHz, 42.0–42.5 GHz, and several W-band ranges. Comments are due July 28, with reply comments due August 26. View more
• Spectrum Allocation Clarification (Erratum)
  An erratum was issued correcting and clarifying details in the FCC’s order on the Lower 37 GHz band and other high-frequency mobile radio service spectrum allocations. View more
• Enforcement Action: Public Safety Network Interference
  The FCC issued a Notice of Unlicensed Operation to a Florida business for Bluetooth interference with AT&T’s FirstNet public safety network, underscoring the FCC’s commitment to protecting critical communications. View more
• Guidance on U-NII 6 GHz and Referencing Test Data
  New FCC Knowledge Database (KDB) guidance clarifies the process for certifying U-NII 6 GHz devices and when applicants may reference prior test data in equipment authorization applications. View more

ISED Updates

• Hearing Aid Compatibility Deadline Extended
  ISED Canada has extended the compliance deadline for cellphone hearing aid compatibility and volume control requirements from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2028. Read more
• Family Certification Updates
  Effective June 30, 2025, ISED will no longer accept multiple Product Marketing Names (PMNs) in a single field of certification applications. PMNs must now be listed individually under separate Product Versions. Read More

For detailed information and links to the official notices, please contact our team or consult the FCC and ISED websites directly.

Upcoming Event

IEEE EMC+SIPI Symposium

Join Washington Laboratories in Raleigh, NC at the IEEE EMC+SIPI Symposium — August 18–22, 2025

Steve Koster of Washington Labs is looking forward to catching up with his colleagues at the IEEE EMC SIPI SYMPOSIUM 2025. Visit him at booth 329 and say hello! We look forward to seeing you in Raleigh! Follow us on Instagram for video updates.

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Featured Article

Explore the Hidden Challenges of CubeSat Missions

We’re excited to feature “CubeSats: Flying Above and Within the Fray” by Mike Violette, originally published in Interference Technology.

Mike Violette explores the technical and regulatory challenges CubeSat developers face — from launch to orbit. With insights into radiation risks, CME events, and mission-critical vulnerabilities, this article offers a must-read for engineers and space tech innovators. Read the full article

Featured Webinar Recording

MIL-STD-810 / DO-160 Testing Insights

Originally presented on August 15, 2024,

In this on-demand session, Corey Blackford, WLL’s Environmental & Calibration Manager, walks through real-world strategies for MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 testing. Learn how to ensure mission readiness for rugged, aerospace, and defense devices. Watch Now

Did you miss one of our live webinars? Our on-demand library of recorded EMC training sessions is always available. Whether you’re brushing up on the basics or diving into advanced topics, we’ve got you covered. Watch webinars now

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