Chairman Hudson to Lead FCC Oversight Hearing Featuring Chairman Brendan Carr

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Wednesday, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, will lead congressional oversight of the Federal Communications Commission as the agency works to close the digital divide, secure America's communications networks, and strengthen U.S. leadership in wireless innovation.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr will testify alongside Commissioners Anna Gomez and Olivia Trusty.

"The FCC had an active 2025 that can be summed up in one word: deregulation," said Rep. Hudson. "Under Chairman Carr, the FCC has taken significant steps to reduce barriers to broadband deployment, modernize outdated regulatory regimes, and delete obsolete rules."

During the hearing, Hudson will focus on several major issues before the FCC, including:

• Modernizing outdated broadcast ownership rules so local broadcasters can compete in today's media marketplace.
• ExecutingCongress's direction to auction 800 MHz of spectrum for commercial use to strengthen America's leadership in 5G and 6G. Hudson noted the FCC has already identified at least 100 MHz for auction.
• Reformingthe Universal Service Fund (USF) to ensure long-term sustainability and that support reaches the right people, including rural communities, schools and libraries, rural health centers, and low-income households.
• Cutting red tape to speed broadband deployment and help close the digital divide.
• Strengthening Next Generation 911 technology, so emergency networks are reliable and interoperable.

Chairman Hudson looks forward to a serious, solutions-focused discussion that keeps the FCC's work centered on delivering results for the American people.

Hearing Details:

WHAT: Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing - Oversight of the Federal Communications Commission

DATE: Wednesday, January 14, 2026

TIME: 10:15 AM ET

LOCATION: 2123 Rayburn House Office Building

The hearing will be open to the public and press and livestreamed online at the Energy and Commerce Committee website.