Modernization of the Nation's Alerting Systems; Protecting the Nation's Communications Systems From Cybersecurity Threats
Abstract
In the Report and Order, the Federal Communications Commission (the FCC or the Commission) seeks to preserve the public's trust in the Emergency Alert System (EAS) by requiring targeted cybersecurity improvements that will help protect against hijacking by cybercriminals and our nation's adversaries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026-15601 Federal Register document?
Document 2026-15601 is a Final Rule published by the Federal Communications Commission in the Federal Register on July 31, 2026, with an effective date of September 29, 2026. In the Report and Order, the Federal Communications Commission (the FCC or the Commission) seeks to preserve the public's trust in the Emergency Alert System (EAS) by requiring targeted cybersecurity improvements that will help protect against hijacking by cybercriminals and our nation's adversaries. View the original at https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/31/2026-15601/modernization-of-the-nations-alerting-systems-protecting-the-nations-communications-systems-from.
Is document 2026-15601 an economically significant rule?
No. Document 2026-15601 is not classified as economically significant under Executive Order 12866. Economically significant rules require OIRA review and are estimated to have impacts of $100 million or more per year.