FCC Regulatory Updates – July 2026
Technical updates and regulatory highlights for the period ending July 2026.
The July 2026 ACB Regulatory Update highlights the latest FCC regulatory updates, FCC KDB publications, UAS approvals, ETSI standards, and international compliance developments affecting wireless product certification and global market access.
In This Issue
July 2026 Regulatory Updates – Key Highlights
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- Information from FCC Daily Digest
- UAS Conditional Approval Public Notices
- Toy Drones Removed from FCC Covered List
- FCC KDB Updates
- EU / ETSI Standards Updates
- International Approvals Highlights
1. Information from FCC Daily Digest
来自 FCC Daily Digest 的信息
WASHINGTON, June 1, 2026— The FCC’s Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) announced that Cliff Jones will join the office as Associate Chief and Chief of the Laboratory Division.
DoW has reviewed submissions and granted Conditional Approvals for the following devices:
- Calix, Inc.’s 7p6, 7u6m.2, 7u4txg, and 7u4 broadband routers (terminating November 22, 2027)
- Alpha Networks Inc. USA’s 1700 and 2700 series of routers (terminating November 22, 2027)
FCC Announces Conditional Approval of Certain Routers
Released: 2026-06-05. THE WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU REMINDS WIRELESS HANDSET MANUFACTURERS OF UPCOMING HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY COMPLIANCE DATES. (DA No. 26-555). (Dkt No 23-388). The Wireless Telecommunications Bureau reminds handset manufacturers of the upcoming compliance dates, including the upcoming deadline to file FCC Form 655 certifications by July 31, 2026.
Released: 2026-06-04. FCC’S PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY BUREAU ANNOUNCES CONDITIONAL APPROVAL AND EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN UNCREWED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS AND ROUTERS FROM FCC COVERED LIST. (DA No. 26-548). PSHSB.
CHAIRMAN CARR ANNOUNCES ENFORCEMENT ACTION AGAINST TEST LAB RESPONSIBLE FOR FALSE TEST RESULTS. In latest “bad labs” move, Chairman Carr announces enforcement action against test lab responsible for false test results.
IN THE MATTER OF NCTA – THE INTERNET & TELEVISION ASSOCIATION PETITION FOR EXPEDITED WAIVER TO PERMIT TARGETED CLASS I AND CLASS II PERMISSIVE HARDWARE CHANGES TO COVERED ROUTERS. The Office of Engineering and Technology partially grants the request of NCTA for a waiver of Sections 2.932(b) and 2.1043(b) of the Commission’s rules.
IN THE MATTER OF SERCOMM CORPORATION PETITION FOR EXPEDITED WAIVER OF SECTIONS 2.932(B) AND 2.1043(B) OF THE COMMISSION’S RULES TO PERMIT TARGETED CLASS I AND CLASS II PERMISSIVE HARDWARE CHANGES TO COVERED ROUTERS. The Office of Engineering and Technology grants the request of Sercomm for a waiver of Sections 2.932(b) and 2.1043(b) of the Commission’s rules.
IN THE MATTER OF SLG-CPC TEST LABORATORY CO., LTD. The Office of Engineering and Technology institutes a proceeding to withdraw recognition of SLG-CPC Test Laboratory Co., Ltd as an accredited test laboratory pursuant to Section 302(e) of the Communications Act of 1934.
2. UAS Conditional Approval Public Notices
FCC 发布两份独立公开公告，公示无人机系统（UAS）国安有条件批准清单。
On June 12, the FCC released 2 different Public Notices for Conditional Approval of UAS.
DoW has reviewed submissions and granted Conditional Approvals for the following devices:
- Flock Group, Inc. (doing business as Flock Safety) Flock Alpha Uncrewed Aircraft System (terminating December 31, 2026)
- Miri Technologies, Inc.’s Miri X10 Travel router (terminating December 12, 2027)
DoW has reviewed submissions and granted Conditional Approvals for the following devices:
- ABZ Innovation Kft.’s L50 Uncrewed Aircraft System (terminating December 31, 2026)
- Arcadyan Technology Corporation’s routers for T-Mobile 5G FWA broadband devices, which includes the G5AR, G5MAR, GxMAR, GxMAR-ODU, GxAR Series (5G FWA); AT&T BGW 720; and Verizon C46BE (XC Series), CR100B (WG Series), CE1000A, and E3200 (WE Series) (terminating December 12, 2027)
3. Toy Drones Removed from FCC Covered List
美国国防部出具国安判定，认定符合定义的境外产玩具无人机及搭载境外配件的同类产品无重大安全隐患，可豁免 FCC 管控清单约束。
On June 12, 2026, we received a determination from DoW that a specific class of foreign-produced UAS known as “Toy Drones,” as defined in the National Security Determination, and “Toy Drones that contain foreign-produced components,” do not pose an unacceptable risk to U.S. national security or the safety and security of U.S. persons.
The National Security Determination states that “A device is considered a ‘Toy Drone’ only if it meets all of the below criteria:
- Maximum Take-off Weight is equal to or less than 150 grams;
- Operation is limited to line-of-sight operations equal to or less than 100 meters;
- Maximum sustained altitude must be equal to or less than 300 feet;
- No GPS/GNSS or equivalent system;
- No connectivity or network capability, but may include a dedicated radio-frequency link between controller and drone;
- Radio frequencies and WiFi Channels may not be modifiable or programmable and must conform to FCC regulatory requirements;
- No imaging or sensing capabilities;
- Flight time must be equal to or less than 10 minutes;
- Maximum horizontal speed must be equal to or less than 10 meters/second;
- Explicitly marketed as a toy for recreational use;
- No modular payload interface;
- Does not contain brushless motors; and
- Is not produced by an entity identified in Section 1709 of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act.
The DoW concluded that such devices do not pose an unacceptable risk to U.S. national security or the safety and security of U.S. persons and should be removed from the FCC’s Covered List.
Update – July 8, 2026
The FCC released another Public Notice announcing a Conditional Approval and Exemption of a Certain Router from the FCC Covered List. The notice grants conditional approval for Vantiva USA, LLC’s CWA438TX router, reflecting the FCC’s continued implementation of the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act and ongoing updates to the FCC Covered List.
FCC Announces Removal of Toy Drones from Covered List
4. FCC KDB Updates
近期 FCC KDB 更新
| Publication Number | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 775926 | What are the SAR measurement procedures for Irregular Shaped Devices? | 775926 D01 SAR Testing for Irregular Shaped Devices v01 outlines SAR measurement guidance for Irregular Shaped Devices. |
| 594280 | What are the software security requirements for non-SDR devices and what limitations apply to software configuration control for such devices? | Attachment 594280 D01 Configuration Control provides guidance on permissible options and restrictions on configuration controls for devices not approved as Software Defined Radios. |
| 951290 | What are the procedures for submitting Equipment Compliance Review (ECR) when it is required by a specific KDB publication? | 951290 D01 Equipment Compliance Review v01r02 provides guidance for submitting an ECR KDB Inquiry. 06/24/2026: 951290 D01 Equipment Compliance Review v01r02 replaces v01r01. Section 3.1.4 Part 15 Geolocation General PIA was added as a new PIA category. |
5. EU / ETSI Standards Updates
欧盟更新
EU Updates: New standard has been published by ETSI in June 2026
ETSI EN 304 635 V1.0.1 (2026-06) On Approval
Cyber Security (CYBER); CRA; Cybersecurity requirements for Virtualisation Execution Stack (VES) and Container Execution Stack (CES), including hypervisors and container runtime systems
ETSI EN 304 623 V0.1.3 (2026-06) On Approval
Cyber Security (CYBER); CRA; Cybersecurity requirements for boot managers
ETSI EN 304 618 V0.2.2 (2026-06) On Approval
Cyber Security (CYBER); CRA; Cybersecurity requirements for password managers
ETSI EN 302 194-1 V2.1.1 (2026-06) Published
Navigation radars used on inland waterways; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 1: Magnetron Radars
ETSI EN 301 908-13 V13.4.1 (2026-06) On Approval
IMT cellular networks; Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 13: Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio Access (E-UTRA) User Equipment (UE)
ETSI EN 301 549 V4.1.0 (2026-06) On Approval
Accessibility requirements for ICT products and services
ETSI EN 301 406-1 V3.2.1 (2026-06) On Approval
Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT); Harmonised Standard for access to radio spectrum; Part 1: DECT, DECT Evolution and DECT ULE
ETSI EN 300 468 V1.20.0 (2026-06) On Approval
Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB); Specification for Service Information (SI) in DVB systems
ETSI EN 300 401 V2.2.1 (2026-06) Published
Radio Broadcasting Systems; Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) to mobile, portable and fixed receivers
ETSI EN 300 019-1-2 V3.1.0 (2026-06) On Approval
Environmental Engineering (EE); Environmental conditions and environmental tests for telecommunications equipment; Part 1: Classification of environmental conditions; Subpart 2: Transportation
6. International Approvals Highlights
Global regulatory developments continue impacting certification, compliance, and market access requirements worldwide. This month’s International Approvals update highlights key regulatory changes affecting product approvals and market access across multiple regions.
China: MIIT Releases “Compliance Management Catalog (2026 Edition)” for RoHS in Electrical and Electronic Products
Subject: China Updates RoHS Compliance Catalog & Exception List (Effective August 1, 2027 for New Categories)
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), in collaboration with seven other departments including the NDRC and Ministry of Ecology and Environment, has officially released the “Compliance Management Catalog for Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products (2026 Edition)” and the “Exception List (2026 Edition).” This update aims to align with international environmental conventions, promote green consumption, and expand regulatory coverage to emerging smart devices and household appliances.
Hong Kong: EMSD Clarifies Regulatory Scope for Home Appliances via Cross-Border E-commerce
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has officially clarified the regulatory scope for home appliances purchased via cross-border e-commerce platforms.
Australia: Communications Alliance Updated Standards
Australia’s Communications Alliance published updated AS/CA S042 cellular customer equipment standards on 30 June 2025. The updated standards supersede the 2022 versions and relate to equipment connecting to Australian mobile/public telecommunications networks.
Vietnam: The Official Implementation of Circular No. 14/2026/TT-BKHCN
With the official implementation of Circular No. 14/2026/TT-BKHCN, Vietnam will fully roll out a brand-new risk-classified product supervision framework starting 1 July, 2026.
