November 2013 — On November 19, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Tom Wheeler released a blog post entitled The IP Transition: Starting Now. The post highlighted future efforts of the FCC Technology Transitions Policy Task Force concerning evolving communications networks, often called the “IP transition.” Specifically, the post noted considerations for an Order providing the FCC with recommendations regarding the implementation, data collection practices and consideration of policy issues for IP transition pilot projects. Following Chairman Wheeler’s post, the FCC released a Public Notice [DA 13-2078] highlighting ways that “interested parties can provide input into the work of the Task Force.” The notice particularly highlights that interested parties are welcome to request ex parte meetings with the Task Force and may do so by submitting meeting requests to mailto:TechTaskForce@fcc.gov.