On Feb. 12, 2026, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation approved S. 3639, the Satellite and Telecommunications (SAT) Streamlining Act. This bipartisan bill aims to modernize and accelerate the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)’s satellite licensing processes. The legislation reflects growing congressional interest in ensuring that existing FCC timelines for reviewing and authorizing satellite applications match the rapid growth and complexity of commercial space activities. The bill’s sponsors, Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) and Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.), emphasize the need for the United States to remain competitive in commercial space and satellite services, especially as international regulators implement expedited satellite licensing models.

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Kathryne (Kate) C. Dickerson is a dynamic and results-focused advocate with over 15 years of experience representing clients in the communications, space, technology, and broadcast media sectors. She works at the intersection of law, innovation, and policy to provide counsel in regulatory and…

Kathryne (Kate) C. Dickerson is a dynamic and results-focused advocate with over 15 years of experience representing clients in the communications, space, technology, and broadcast media sectors. She works at the intersection of law, innovation, and policy to provide counsel in regulatory and rulemaking proceedings, enforcement and compliance matters, and transactional issues.

Kate’s experience spans advocacy before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Association (NTIA), and other federal agencies, as well as international regulators such as the UK’s Ofcom. She focuses on matters related to non-geostationary (NGSO) and geostationary (GSO) satellite operators, spectrum allocation, licensing, and compliance, with the ability to advise established companies as well as new entrants. Kate is skilled at developing creative and effective advocacy strategies for clients navigating the federal notice-and-comment rulemaking process or seeking regulatory approvals in emerging sectors, including the new space economy. Her broad experience also extends to advising commercial and noncommercial broadcasters on a wide range of regulatory issues, including assignments, transfers of control, content and technical rules, and transactional and contracts matters.

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Michael L. Rogers advises clients on legislative, public policy, and political compliance matters, and helps clients craft and execute custom strategies to accomplish their goals.

Mike previously served as a legislative assistant for Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-New Jersey), the current chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which has wide jurisdiction, including trade matters. In this role, Mike handled policy matters related to energy, the environment, and natural resources, as well as science and technology. Prior to that, he served on the staff of Senator Jack Reed (D-Rhode Island), the current chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. He began his career in the office of Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vermont), the current chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee.

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