REC now accepting Show of Interest for the 2023 LPFM Filing Window!
 
FOR NEW PROSPECTIVE LPFM BROADCASTERS:

REC accepting Shows of Interest for the upcoming LPFM Filing Window between November 1~8, 2023. Learn more at and have REC handle your application at
LPFM.app.
 
REC operational status (August 18, 2023, until further notice) - REC is in modified operations due to the upcoming LPFM filing window and other resource intensive projects. We are currently not accepting any incoming live telephone calls. Callers are advised to please leave a message on the voice mail. Those wanting to start a new LPFM station do not need to call or e-mail us. Instead, visit https://LPFM.app and start the process there. Those with questions about LPFM can visit LPFM.app to get a general explanation of the service or use the resources at RECnet.com to get more information to more detailed issues (see recnet.com/faq and recnet.com/lpfm).

For existing stations, due to our resource needs as a result of the upcoming LPFM filing window, REC has declared a temporary embargo on the following services:

  • Modifications of licensed facilities in all services.
  • Assignment of License & Transfer of Control applications in all services.
  • Modification of license applications in all services.
  • Requests for new FM Booster and Alaska Class D stations.
  • Special Temporary Authority applications except those in response to natural or man made disasters.
  • Digital notifications in all services.

    • The following services will continue to be available during the REC embargo:

  • Administrative updates.
  • Silent notifications, silent STA requests, extensions of silent STAs, extensions of STAs previously handled by REC and resumption notifications.
  • License to cover applications for modification and CP applications originally handled by REC.
  • Modification of granted construction permit applications originally handled by REC.
  • Activities related to the EAS National Periodic Test

    • These embargos will be lifted on November 13, 2023 or if we can determine that we have adequate resource time to handle embargoed application types. Thank you for your understanding.

    FCC.today: The Podcast is on hiatus until after the close of the LPFM filing window.

    Guidance to stations: School closures due to COVID-19

    Tue, 03/10/2020 - 16:33

    Due to concerns over COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Harvard University and the entire University of Maryland system have announced that live classes will not resume after spring break.  In addition, some school districts, smaller colleges and priviate educational institutions have announced closures of campuses.

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    REC to FCC: All Digital-AM must take listeners and EAS into consideration

    Mon, 03/09/2020 - 20:10

    Calling the technology "new and geeky", REC Networks questioned the practicality of all-digital (MA3) HD Radio for AM strations.  In Comments, REC expressed general concerns regarding all of the "band-aid" concepts that have come since then Commissioner Ajit Pai started his campaign to revitalize the AM broadcast band including the reconcentration of cross-service AM translators, which are causing substantial interference to LPFM stations and providing no method of relief due to the disparity between the LPFM and FM translato

    Statement of REC Networks: NYT article on Radio Sputnik also touches on FM translator to LPFM interference

    Fri, 02/14/2020 - 10:12

    In response to the New York Times article "Playing on Kansas City Radio: Russian Propaganda", 

    REC Position Statement: "Public Safety" eligibility for LPFM licensing

    Sat, 02/08/2020 - 16:49

    There has been a recent situation that came up where we must emphasize the use of the "public safety" language in the FCC rules for LPFM stations.

    §73.853(a)(2) permits "states and local governments and non-government entities that will provide non-commercial public safety radio services" to be LPFM licensees.

    The $50,000 Question: Is It Live Or Is It Memorex?.. How To Avoid A "Salem"

    Sat, 02/01/2020 - 21:58

    The interwebs have been jumping, my phone has been ringing and my e-mail has been stuffing from many of you concerned about the recent Consent Decree that was reached between Salem Media and the FCC in respect to the disclosure of prerecorded programming.  Before this turns into a level of misunderstandings about the rule like is the case right now with "calls to action", let's attempt to give some clarity.  To under

    Statement of REC Networks: Enactment of PIRATE Act

    Sat, 01/25/2020 - 12:52

    Unlicensed, unregulated high-power broadcasting is a health hazard.  With pirate stations in Brooklyn reported to be operating kilowatts from the roofs of apartment buildings, directly above occupied apartments, there is a cause for concern.  This issue alone is why we need tighter controls on unlicensed broadcasting.  

    REC reports LMS renewal bug to FCC.

    Fri, 01/24/2020 - 17:58

    REC Networks has reported information on a bug to the Media Bureau regarding the handling of renewal applications in LMS. 

    This bug only applies to broadcast stations that also have FM translators and/or FM boosters, especially those who have commonly-owned translators that are not rebroadcasting a commonly-owned primary station (such as leasing, time brokerage on an AM, etc.)

    2nd Update: LPFM and FM translators in AR, LA and MS receiving Public File e-mail reminder

    Fri, 01/24/2020 - 12:29

    REC is aware that LPFM stations and FM translator licensees in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi are receiving an e-mail blast from the FCC advising them that they need to update their Online Public Inspection File (OPIF).  Please note that LPFM stations are not required to maintain an OPIF.  FM translator licensees are also not required to maintain an OPIF for the translator (the primary station does unless it is an LPFM).  We feel that this is an error in the FCC's program and REC has notified staff.  Staff is aware of the issue.  REC has asked staff to see if a clarifying e-mail can be

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