Facilitate the Provision of Fixed and Mobile Broadband Access, Educational and Other Advanced Services in the 2150-2162 and 2500-2690 MHz Bands

This item modifies a Final rule to delete the request for comment on how the Commission should handle pending applications for extension of time to construct Multipoint Distribution Service (MDS) and Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) stations. In light of representations that many entities have developed plans in the near future to deploy high-speed wireless broadband systems under our existing rules, the Commission now believes that acting on applications for extension of time to construct will facilitate continued deployment of broadband services and promote innovation and investment. This item also reinstates the Commission's rules and clarifies that MDS Basic Trading Area authorization holders need not comply with the build out requirements contained in the Commission's rules pending publication of a Report and Order in this proceeding.