What Happened
Federal Communications Commission Weighs Research Impacts of New Spectrum Plans
The Federal Communications Commission is set to discuss two spectrum proposals that could have significant impacts on astronomy and weather satellites. The proposals, which may disrupt NOAA’s weather satellite program and radio astronomy, have raised concerns among scientists and researchers. Meanwhile, NASA’s Science Mission Directorate has announced changes to its mission selection process, aiming to reduce competition timelines. Additionally, NOAA’s GeoXO satellite program has been criticized for potentially downgrading climate science capabilities. These developments were first reported by AIP.ORG.