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H.R. 7022

Mystic Alerts Act

📅 Oct 15, 2026
Summary:
• Requires commercial mobile service providers that transmit emergency alerts to file an election with the FCC on whether they will also transmit alerts by satellite
• Directs the FCC to establish technical standards and requirements for satellite emergency alerting within 12 months of enactment
• Allows consumers to opt out of satellite emergency alerts if their provider offers this service
Additional Details:
• Providers that elect not to transmit satellite alerts must notify new and existing subscribers of this decision
• The FCC must publish a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking within 6 months and issue final rules in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and FEMA Administrator
• Providers electing to transmit satellite alerts must agree to follow FCC technical standards, protocols, and procedures

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