Globalstar Talking APA Compliance With Possible TLPS Changes

Globalstar is talking with the FCC about remaining in compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act if any changes are made to the terrestrial low-power service (TLPS) broadband draft order being circulated. In an ex parte filing Monday in docket 13-213, Globalstar recapped a meeting with FCC Deputy Associate General Counsel William Richardson at which it discussed finalizing the rules in the TLPS proceeding. The company said it asked if the Office of General Counsel wanted input on legal or procedural issues, especially "legal or factual support as to compliance with Administrative Procedure Act requirements." Changes could be afoot for the draft order, as Commissioner Mike O'Rielly last week indicated he was interested in modifications (see 1608050042). The company and FCC didn't comment.