C-V2X FCC Waiver Request Gets Early Support

Early commenters asked the FCC to act quickly to approve a December waiver request by proponents of cellular-vehicle-to-everything use of the 5.9 GHz band asking to be able to deploy as quickly as possible (see 2112140070). “Intelligent transportation system technologies hold the potential to help improve roadway safety, while also advancing other societal goals such as improved mobility and reduced greenhouse gas emissions,” said the National Electrical Manufacturers Association: “In light of these benefits, policymakers across the federal government have worked for decades to spur the widespread deployment of these technologies.” The California Department of Transportation agreed. “The petitioners that submitted waiver requests, including infrastructure owners and operators; automobile manufacturers; and the technology developers, have significant experience in the development, use and application of the C-V2X technologies,” the agency said: “These organizations intend to fully deploy C-V2X technologies quickly and safely, and the largest barrier is the available spectrum.” Comments are due Thursday in docket 19-138.