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.

    19-193: FCC proposes some technical changes to LPFM, eliminates Channel 6 protection requirements, avoids addressing the real issues facing LPFM stations for the sake of simplicity and to avoid controversy.

    Thu, 07/11/2019 - 18:27

    The Federal Communications Commission has released a draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to propose several technical changes to the Low Power FM (LPFM) radio service, many of these changes were originally proposed by REC Networks and were subject to public comment in the past.

    As part of a regular policy that has been put into place at the FCC since Ajit Pai has been Chairman, draft releases of agenda items being considered at the upcoming open meeting of the Federal Communications Commission are made public.

    REC files FCC petition to address NCE access for smaller communities through reverse "Raleigh" waivers.

    Sun, 07/07/2019 - 22:57

    REC Networks has filed a Petition for Rulemaking, or in the alternate, Petition for Declaratory Ruling with the Federal Communications Commission to address the issue of smaller communities being denied their first broadcast station because of lack of availability caused by higher powered stations centered around larger urbanized areas.

    REC/KU3N 8 meter band FAQ

    Sun, 06/30/2019 - 21:58

    Greetings from Riverton.  

    I have been reviewing the various articles, Facebook posts and yes, even QRZ.com for discussion on the 8-meter proposal.  Now with that said, here's some answers to some questions, comments and concerns made in the various channels...

    RM-11843: REC proposes new amateur allocation at 40 MHz to encourage transatlantic experimentation

    Wed, 06/26/2019 - 13:42

    Today, the FCC has assigned a rulemaking (RM) number to a Petition for Rulemaking filed by REC Networks, through its founder, Michelle Bradley, KU3N as RM-11843.  

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    Rant from Riverton: Why didn't REC change to a rainbow logo for Pride Month?

    Michi Bradley - Sat, 06/22/2019 - 22:53

    This is a difficult personal blog for me to write, but I do feel that it is worth an explanation.  Today’s REC is about diversity.  We even have the root word “diverse” in our current slogan “a leading advocate for a diverse dial.”  When you visit REC’s website or call up by phone, you hear that slogan.

    FEMA schedules next EAS National Test for August 7 and it will be entirely over the air.

    Wed, 05/29/2019 - 12:26

    Details are starting to come in about the next national EAS Test will be held on August 7 (backup, August 21) at 2:20PM EDT.

    This test will be different than previous tests as IPAWS will not be used. The tests will originate from the Primary Entry Point (PEP) stations. This test will focus on over-the-air reception of alerts in the event that the internet is not available. This test will use the all-zeros (000000) FIPS code.

    Video: A Potential Amateur Radio Allocation At 8 Meters?

    Mon, 05/27/2019 - 19:23

    Michelle Bradley, KU3N on behalf of REC Networks has filed a Petition for Rulemaking with the FCC to open an inquiry to request a new amateur radio allocation in the 8 meter band at 40.51 to 40.70 MHz.

    This spectrum was recently awarded to amateurs in Ireland and several Region 1 nations currently have allocations or specially authorized beacons in this band.

    See the REC filing on our filings page: https://recnet.com/filings

    View the proposed bandplan for Ireland: https://www.irts.ie/dnloads/Irish_8m_5m_band_plans.pdf 

    Once an RM number is assigned (if they assign one), then comments will be accepted for 30 days.

    This proposal will get pushback from the NTIA. I expect this, but if we can get an understanding on this band similar to like what we have on 60 meters, we have an opportunity for a new band for transatlantic digital modes between 10 and 6 meters.

    Video: 2019 Delmarva Hamfest and My Say on RM-11828 (ARRL Techs on HF Petition)

    Tue, 05/21/2019 - 22:49

    From the Delaware ARRL Convention and Delmarva Radiocommunication Hamfest - April 2019. 

    Includes the ARRL Atlantic Division Director, W3TOM defending why the ARRL is giving up on the incentive licensing system and allowing Technician class to have HF phone privileges with this delusion that they may actually want to upgrade to General "to get more power".

    Watch his comments, along with mine in Pop-Up Video format.. 

    Also, check out all of the boat anchors, STEM projects and other neat stuff this year at our little but lovely hamfest!

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