REC operational status (December 5, 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 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).

At this time, we are in embargo for all services except:

  • License to cover applications on REC handled applications.
  • Extensions of REC handled STA applications.
  • STA and silent requests directly related to a natural disaster.
  • Activities related to the National Periodic Test (limited to those who paid for Form One earlier this year).

    • The embargo is expected be lifted on December 18, 2023 or when we can determine that we have adequate resource time to handle embargoed application types. The embargo may be extended in the event of a government shutdown where the filing date for the LPFM window is extended. Thank you for your understanding.

    LPFM Standby is CLOSED. - [12/5/23 10:45 AM ET] Due to the pending work load, we cannot guarantee that any new "standby" requests for REC services related to the window can be processed in time for the filing window. Therefore, we must close our standby opportunity at this time. We wish all applicants the best of luck in the LPFM filing window.

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

    Presidential State of Emergency: Information for licensed broadcast stations and those considering unlicensed operation

    Fri, 03/13/2020 - 19:05

    On March 13, 2020, the President has declared a "national emergency" as a result of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. REC provides the following advice to existing licensed broadcast stations and for those individuals who are considering engaging in unlicensed operation under the guise of a "presidential state of emergency". This article is the opinion of REC Networks based on analysis of the current situation and existing laws and regulations.  Note, that this was not prepared by an attorney and those seeking legal advice should contact a qualified attorney.

    REC Networks COVID-19 Statements

    Fri, 03/13/2020 - 10:35

    REC Networks (REC), a leading advocate for spectrum access with special focus on promoting and maintaining the integrity of the Low Power FM (LPFM) radio broadcast service has currently been engaged in responding to the active COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.  

    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.  

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