REC Networks Substack

How recent and upcoming rule changes will impact LPFM stations.

FCC expected to normalize the use of "geotargeted" FM boosters. Adds additional interference protections.

Opening dialogue with your competing applicants can go a long way in such a limited time, even if you are the only tentative selectee.

News of a new or modified station on an LPFM's channel (or first-adjacent) can raise many concerns and "what ifs".

FCC Enforcement Chief: "Transmitting EAS Tones in the absence of an actual emergency is not a game...”

Identified applicants have 60 days to make major changes and 90 days to reach time share and settlement agreements.

The restriction on "commercials" on NCE/LPFM stations is more than just underwriting acknowledgements that cross the line. There's another kind many stations may be violating.

All fully-licensed broadcast stations, including LPFM stations need to file ETRS Form One on or before October, 18, regardless of your station's current state of EAS or silent status.

The jingle studio released free audio sounds for stations in Florida or anywhere else prone to a major disaster.

Noncommercial Educational (NCE) broadcast stations, which include LPFM stations, have some unique rules and laws that apply to them that do not apply to commercial stations.

Hearing aid compatibility and enhancements to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline take center stage at this month's meeting.

12 allotments in nine different states will be up for grabs

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House passes ByteDance/Tiktok bill - Spectrum Pipeline Act introduced in the Senate - Advocates, Noncommercial Broadcasters and Sinclair respond to Rosenworcel's proposed 'express lane' for local program broadcasters - Comment dates on multi-lingual EAS - TV station gets NAL cancelled because of OPIF boo boo.

Congress one step closer to banning TikTok, Carr supports legislation - FCC looking to grant spectrum without auctions - FCC upholds OTARD case in favor of CA city - Two-factor authentication coming to CORES

FCC announces final month for Affordable Connectivity Program while Rosenworcel pleads with Senate committee to save program. Audio inquires in possible LPFM/full-service cross ownership.

Gomez takes to YouTube to fight for ACP. Results of ACP survey.

MB dismisses 200+ LPFM applications for Weather Alert Radio Network. EB upholds dingers against broadcasters and telecoms. FCC wins Emmy award for TV Incentive Auction.

March meeting agenda. Rosenworcel reinstates Consumer committee to deal with AI.

FCC meeting clarifies Robocall TCPA rules, In-space Servicing, Assembly & Manufacturing, multi-lingual EAS NPRM & WMAS tech for wireless microphones.