FCC Proposes FY 2026 Regulatory Fee Schedule for Broadcasters and Wireless Carriers
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The Federal Communications Commission has published a proposed rule to set next year’s regulatory fees. The agency must collect exactly $416,112,000 to cover its salaries and operating costs for fiscal year 2026. Congress sets this total, so the FCC has no discretion on the amount.
Why it matters: This is largely an annual accounting exercise. The FCC is required by law to collect an amount equal to its congressional budget appropriation every year. The practical effect is that regulated companies will see their fee assessments adjusted slightly to match the new total, and the agency will update its billing and collection procedures accordingly.
Who it affects
- Television broadcast stations
This notice comes from the Federal Communications Commission as FCC 26-25; readers relying on the fee structure should review the full NPRM and the accompanying tables before making financial or compliance decisions.
Agency: Federal Communications Commission
Source: Federal Register — read the official document