Chairman Waxman Requests Information Related to 700 MHz Spectrum

Chairman Waxman wrote FCC Chairman Martin requesting details about the relationship between the Public Safety Spectrum Trust Corporation (PSST) and any for-profit entities that are serving as advisors.

The PSST, a nonprofit corporation, is expected to oversee the creation of a nationwide interoperable wireless broadband network for public safety. In furtherance of this goal, the FCC awarded the PSST a valuable spectrum license in the upper 700 MHz band. Chairman Waxman urged greater transparency regarding the PSST’s relationships with outside parties. Such transparency will help protect the public’s interest in this valuable spectrum as well as provide potential investors and bidders with material information.