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FCC Targets Device Test Labs in Nations Without Reciprocal Agreements
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following statement on April 30, 2026, by Chairman Brendan Carr:
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Re: Promoting the Integrity and Security of Telecommunications Certification Bodies, Measurement Facilities, and the Equipment Authorization Program, Second Report and Order, Order on Reconsideration, and Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, ET Docket No. 24-136 (Apr. 30, 2026).
Last month, the FCC marked one year since we established the Council on National Security. Over this year, we have made national security a top priority.
As foreign adversaries
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following statement on April 30, 2026, by Chairman Brendan Carr:
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Re: Promoting the Integrity and Security of Telecommunications Certification Bodies, Measurement Facilities, and the Equipment Authorization Program, Second Report and Order, Order on Reconsideration, and Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, ET Docket No. 24-136 (Apr. 30, 2026).
Last month, the FCC marked one year since we established the Council on National Security. Over this year, we have made national security a top priority.
As foreign adversariesrelentlessly target American communications networks, the FCC has a vital role to play in secure the nation. From Operation Clean Carts to the Covered List to undersea cable rulemakings, we are doing our part to secure American telecom infrastructure and devices and reduce our supply chain dependencies. I am especially grateful that my fellow Commissioners have provided strong leadership and ideas on the agency's national security docket.
One of the biggest national security wins from last year was our "Bad Labs" Report & Order. It was based on a simple premise: we should not have foreign adversary governments or other entities on American sanction lists testing and certifying electronic devices as safe for the U.S. market. As a result, the FCC has taken action to withdraw recognition from, or deny recognition to, twenty-three "Bad Labs" controlled by foreign adversary governments.
With foreign adversary governments excluded, the FCC now takes the next step to restore reciprocity to the FCC's equipment authorization program. For decades, the FCC limited testing to labs in the U.S. or in foreign countries that have Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) with the U.S., wherein each country would recognize the other's test labs. But in 2015, the FCC abandoned that principle, leading to more than 75% of testing to occur in countries that refuse any reciprocal agreement with the U.S.
Today's rules and FNRPM brings reciprocity back. We propose to cease recognizing any lab in a country without a reciprocal agreement. If a country wants the FCC to recognize its test labs, the country should sign an MRA or similar agreement with the U.S. This will not only ensure reciprocal international commercial relations, but also will ensure that the FCC has sufficient oversight, monitoring, and enforcement authority to guarantee the integrity of the equipment authorization process. It will also hopefully onshore testing capacity that has been offshored for decades.
For their work on this item, I want to thank Katherine Patsas Nevitt, Erika Heeren-Moon, Alice Jou, Andrew Hendrickson, Dusmantha Tennakoon, Thomas Rigolage, Brandon Moss, Aleks Yankelevich, Cher Li, Siobahn Philemon, Doug Klein, and Deborah Broderson.
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-421311A2.pdf
FCC Proposes to Amend Audible Crawl Rule to Preserve Accessibility
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release on April 30, 2026:
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FCC Proposes to Amend Audible Crawl Rule to Preserve Accessibility
Proposal will Eliminate the Need for Successive Waivers and Ensure the Continued Availability of Visual, Non-Textual Emergency Information
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Today, the Federal Communications Commission adopted a proposal to amend the Audible Crawl Rule that would ensure that people who are blind or visually impaired continue to have access to the same critical details of an emergency as sighted viewers.
The Commission's
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release on April 30, 2026:
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FCC Proposes to Amend Audible Crawl Rule to Preserve Accessibility
Proposal will Eliminate the Need for Successive Waivers and Ensure the Continued Availability of Visual, Non-Textual Emergency Information
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Today, the Federal Communications Commission adopted a proposal to amend the Audible Crawl Rule that would ensure that people who are blind or visually impaired continue to have access to the same critical details of an emergency as sighted viewers.
The Commission'sAudible Crawl Rule requires the use of a secondary audio stream to convey televised emergency information aurally when such information is conveyed visually (e.g., in an on-screen text crawl or a small image like a weather radar map), so that it is accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. To date, no technical solution exists for compliance with the audible crawl rule as it relates to graphics like a weather radar map, and the rule has been waived in part for the entirety of the nearly 11 years since compliance was required. This modified rule will stipulate that the rule is met if video programming providers or distributors provide textual crawls that convey emergency information duplicative of or equivalent to the visual, non-textual emergency information, as long as the text is conveyed aurally.
Additional Background Information:
Today's Third Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking will start a rulemaking proceeding to seek comment on amending the Audible Crawl Rule. This proposal will enhance government efficiency and regulatory certainty by modifying an unworkable part of a rule and eliminating the need for multiple successive waivers. Importantly, the proposed rule change would ensure that TV broadcasters continue to provide radar maps and other graphics conveying emergency information during non-newscast programming, while also preserving accessibility and consumer interests.
Action by the Commission April 30, 2026 by Third Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FCC 26-31). Chairman Carr, Commissioners Gomez and Trusty approving. Chairman Carr and Commissioner Trusty issuing separate statements.
MB Docket No. 12-107
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-421320A1.pdf
FCC Modernizes Its Satellite Spectrum Sharing Rules to Boost Super-Fast, Space-Based Broadband
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release on APRIL 30, 2026:
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FCC Modernizes Its Satellite Spectrum Sharing Rules to Boost Super-Fast, Space-Based Broadband
New Rules Replace 90s-Era Regulatory Regime to Match Today's Satellite Realities
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The Federal Communications Commission today voted to modernize its satellite spectrum-sharing rules. This is a major step toward enhancing the satellite broadband experience for millions of Americans by enabling faster speeds, lower costs, and greater reliability. This change could also unlock more
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release on APRIL 30, 2026:
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FCC Modernizes Its Satellite Spectrum Sharing Rules to Boost Super-Fast, Space-Based Broadband
New Rules Replace 90s-Era Regulatory Regime to Match Today's Satellite Realities
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The Federal Communications Commission today voted to modernize its satellite spectrum-sharing rules. This is a major step toward enhancing the satellite broadband experience for millions of Americans by enabling faster speeds, lower costs, and greater reliability. This change could also unlock morethan $2 billion in economic benefits for the American people and up to seven-fold more capacity for space-based broadband services.
The Report and Order adopted today replaces the Equivalent Power Flux Density (EPFD) framework with modern, performance-based GSO protection criteria that take account of the improved spectrum sharing possibilities that modern satellite technology has brought, including through use of adaptive coding and modulation (ACM). The new sharing regime builds on the Commission's time-tested framework for good-faith coordination to allow NGSO and GSO operators to bargain for appropriate interference protections through voluntary, private agreements.
The current, decades-old regulatory regime has significantly limited the ability of operators to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband services to consumers. Until now, NGSO operators' power levels have been restricted by EPFD limits developed in the late-1990s to protect GSO satellites. Such limits were based on theoretical designs for NGSO systems of that era, long before modern advancements were developed for the NGSO constellations currently in orbit. This government-imposed overprotection of GSO systems has meant that American households and businesses--most critically in rural and remote areas--do not receive the fastest space-based broadband American innovation has available.
Action by the Commission April 30, 2026 by Report and Order (FCC 26-26). Chairman Carr, Commissioners Gomez and Trusty approving. Chairman Carr and Commissioner Trusty issuing separate statements.
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-421308A1.pdf
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving UHOMEPRO 5-Drawer Dressers
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: UHOMEPRO 5-Drawer Dressers
Hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risks of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory safety standard as required by the STURDY Act.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 5,190
Consumer Contact: UHOMEPRO by email at uhomeprorecall@outlook.com.
Recall Details
Description: This
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: UHOMEPRO 5-Drawer Dressers
Hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risks of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory safety standard as required by the STURDY Act.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 5,190
Consumer Contact: UHOMEPRO by email at uhomeprorecall@outlook.com.
Recall Details
Description: Thisrecall involves UHOMEPRO 5-Drawer Dressers. The recalled dressers are made of particle board and were sold in black and white. The dresser has five drawers, each with a golden handle. The dresser is 26 inches long by 15.7 inches wide by 38.6 inches tall and weighs about 66 pounds.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dressers if they are not anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Contact UHOMEPRO for instructions on how to identify affected units and dispose of the dressers to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write the word "recalled" on the top and all sides of the dresser with a permanent marker and to submit a photo to uhomeprorecall@outlook.com demonstrating disposal of the product.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Walmart.com from November 2025 through January 2026 for about $100.
Importer(s): UHOMEPRO Inc., of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-448
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/5-Drawer-Dressers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Hazards-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Storage-Units-Imported-by-UHOMEPRO
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Travel Size Afrin Original Nasal Spray 6 ML Bottles
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: Travel Size Afrin(R) Original Nasal Spray 6 mL Bottles
Hazard: The 6 mL nasal sprays contain an imidazoline, which must be in child-resistant packaging or meet the labeling requirements for non-complying packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The 6 mL nasal spray's packaging is not child-resistant nor bears the required labeling statement, posing a risk of serious injury or illness from poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: Travel Size Afrin(R) Original Nasal Spray 6 mL Bottles
Hazard: The 6 mL nasal sprays contain an imidazoline, which must be in child-resistant packaging or meet the labeling requirements for non-complying packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The 6 mL nasal spray's packaging is not child-resistant nor bears the required labeling statement, posing a risk of serious injury or illness from poisoning if the contents are swallowed by youngchildren.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 786,100
Consumer Contact: Bayer toll free at 800 317-2165, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. through 8 p.m. ET, or online through a recall refund webform available at www.livewell.bayer.com/afrin-original-spray-recall. The form can also be accessed by clicking the "Safety Recall Info" button located at the top right of the landing page www.afrin.com, which will take the consumer to the recall information page.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves unexpired Travel Size Afrin(R) Original Nasal Spray 6 mL bottles, with Lot numbers 230361, 240822, 241198, 250066, 250152, 250646, and 250831. These travel size bottles have "Afrin(R) Original Nasal Spray" and "1/5 FL OZ (6 mL)" printed on a label located on the front of the bottle. It is a six-digit number, followed by the expiration date in following format: "YYYYMMM". No other sizes of Afrin are included in this recall.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately secure the recalled bottles out of sight and reach of children and go to the webform posted on www.livewell.bayer.com/afrin-original-spray-recall to begin a request for a refund. Consumers will be asked to take and submit a photo of the product before disposing of it in order to receive a refund.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Retailers such as convenience stores and travel hubs including airports from September 2024 to April 2026 for about $7 to $9.
Manufacturer(s): Bayer HealthCare LLC, of Whippany, New Jersey
Manufactured In: Germany
Recall number: 26-455
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Bayer-Recalls-6-mL-Size-Afrin-Original-Nasal-Spray-Bottles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Illness-from-Child-Poisoning-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Child-Resistant-Packaging
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Stephan Baby Boo Bunnie & Friends Children's Toys
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: Stephan Baby Boo Bunnie and Friends Children's Toys
Hazard: The toys' plastic cube can break into small parts or sharp edges, posing a risk of serious injury from choking and laceration hazards.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 227,500 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact: CBC Group, toll-free at 877-725-5591 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT, email at boobunnie@stephanbaby.com or online at https://recall.stephanbaby.com/
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: Stephan Baby Boo Bunnie and Friends Children's Toys
Hazard: The toys' plastic cube can break into small parts or sharp edges, posing a risk of serious injury from choking and laceration hazards.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 227,500 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact: CBC Group, toll-free at 877-725-5591 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT, email at boobunnie@stephanbaby.com or online at https://recall.stephanbaby.com/or https://stephanbaby.com/ and click on "Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
In Conjunction With:
Description: This recall involves all Stephan Baby-branded Boo Bunnie and Friends children's toys. The recalled toys consist of a small plush animal with a removable, water-filled plastic cube that can be chilled for comfort. The toys measure between 3.5 and 3.7 inches long, between 2.5 and 3 inches tall and between 2.3 and 2.5 inches wide and were sold in various colors and animal shapes. "Stephan BABY" is printed on a sewn-in label located along the side seam on the right underside of the plush and on the front and on the underside of the toys' box packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toys' plastic cube and take it away from children. Consumers should contact Stephan Baby for a refund or store credit. Consumers with proof of purchase will receive a full refund. Consumers without proof of purchase will receive a $10 refund in the form of a check or a $20 stephanbaby.com store credit. Consumers will be asked to write in permanent marker "Recalled" on the indented area of the cube and upload a photo of the toy and the marked cube to https://recall.stephanbaby.com/ to receive a pre-paid shipping return label for the cube.
Incidents/Injuries: CPSC has received 20 reports of the toys' cube cracking or breaking into small parts, including one that resulted in a child swallowing sharp pieces.
Sold At: Independent stores nationwide and online at Stephanbaby.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target.com and other websites from August 2017 through January 2026 for between $9 and $2
Distributor(s): CBC Group, Inc., of Phoenix, Arizona
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-456
Fast Track Recall
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/CBC-Group-Recalls-Stephan-Baby-Boo-Bunnie-and-Friends-Childrens-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-Choking-and-Laceration-Hazards
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Model Year 2025-2026 CRF250R/RX/RWE & CRF450R/RX/RWE Off-Road Motorcycles
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: Model Year 2025-2026 CRF250R/RX/RWE and CRF450R/RX/RWE Off-Road Motorcycles
Hazard: The handlebar's clamp can unexpectedly cause the handlebar to rotate, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to a crash hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 12,600 (In addition, about six were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact: American Honda Motor toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at
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WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 30, 2026:
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Name of Product: Model Year 2025-2026 CRF250R/RX/RWE and CRF450R/RX/RWE Off-Road Motorcycles
Hazard: The handlebar's clamp can unexpectedly cause the handlebar to rotate, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to a crash hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: April 30, 2026
Units: About 12,600 (In addition, about six were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact: American Honda Motor toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online athttps://powersports.honda.com and click on "Recalls" at the top of the page for more information or at https://powersports.honda.com/recalls.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves model year 2025-2026 Honda off-road motorcycles with model numbers CRF250R/RX/RWE or CRF450R/RX/RWE. The model number can be found on the front of the bike in white letters. The white Honda logo is printed on both sides of the back of the motorcycle. The motorcycles have a red chassis. The vehicle identification number (VIN) can be found on the left side of the steering head on all models. Consumers can check if their VIN is included in the recall at https://powersports.honda.com/recalls.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles immediately and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and if necessary, a replacement of the handlebar's clamp at the dealer's location.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a crash. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from June 2024 through March 2026 for between $8,900 and $13,200.
Importer(s): American Honda Motor Co. Inc, of Torrance, California
Manufactured In: Japan
Recall number: 26-458
Fast Track Recall
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/American-Honda-Motor-Recalls-Off-Road-Motorcycles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-Due-to-Crash-Hazard
