Important Update: FCC Banned Security, Software & Telecommunications Equipment

Modified on Mon, 13 Jan at 5:19 PM

The FCC recently banned certain telecommunications equipment due to national security concerns. This means this equipment cannot be imported, sold, or used in the United States (especially to government agencies). Existing equipment from these companies may still be used, but replacements must come from approved manufacturers.

MANY OF OUR BUILDINGS HOUSE GOVERNMENT AGENCIES. So, Robinson Park will adopt and observe these bans accordingly. The reason why is because these devices do not meet the requirements set forth by the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). In addition, the US Department of State has issued a ban for Kaspersky, their partners, and affiliates as well following Executive Order 14024.

You can verify this list and any changes to it at the FCC website on this talking point:

Executive Order 14024 issues ban for Kaspersky and its affiliates, subsidiaries and parent companies.

FCC Bans Authorizations for Devices That Pose National Security Threat

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Report and Order: DOCX PDF TXT

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What equipment and is banned?

Software (made by these companies along with any affiliates, subsidiaries, and parent companies):

Kaspersky

Equipment (made by these companies along with any affiliates, subsidiaries, and parent companies):

What does this mean for building managers, engineers, and contractors (like Entech, Summit, and others)?

Please do not offer for sale, purchase or install any new software or equipment from these banned companies.

What manufacturers can we use?

Some examples of similar equipment that we can use include, but are not limited to:

The make I'm looking at isn't listed in anything above. How do I know it's okay to use?

Compare the list of banned makes/manufacturers with the name of the one you're reviewing. If the option you are reviewing is not named in the list of banned manufacturers and is not one of their subsidiaries, it's likely safe to use despite not being listed under "what manufacturers can we use?"

Who can I contact for more information?

If you have questions about this regulation, contact our IT department or the FCC at (202) 418-0500, the US Department of State at (888) 407-4747, or the House Armed Services Committee at (202) 225-4151.