What is the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)?
FCC Background FCC Bureaus FCC Offices FCC Glossary Background The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency that regulates communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable; its jurisdiction covers all 50 states and U.S. territories. Five Commissioners direct the FCC. All five are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. Only three Commissioners can be of the same political party and none can have a financial interest in any Commission-related business. From the Commissioners, the President selects one person to serve as Chairperson. All Commissioners, including the Chairman, have a five-year term, except when filling an unexpired term. The Chairman delegates management and administrative responsibility to the Managing Director. The Commissioners supervise all FCC activities, delegating responsibilities to staff units and Bureaus. The FCC’s staff is organized by function. There are six operating Bureaus and te
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