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News from REC

FCC to open a filing window for new reserved band FM translators in August. Imposes filing freeze.

It's showtime! For the first time in 26 years, the FCC is going to make available new construction permits in the 88.1~91.9 reserved band.

Statement of REC Networks: Reserved band protection of TV Channel 6

FCC staff confirms that pending Channel 6 applications do not require protection. REC still advocates for the elimination of these analog-era protection rules.

Media Bureau adopts application cap and additional restrictions for the upcoming NCE FM translator filing window

FCC upholds the 10-cap for full service and the 2-cap for most LPFMs. Enacts primary station requirement and invokes the REC's proposed retention period to sway gamesmanship and speculation.

FCC announces an auction for vacant FM allotments in early 2027

Auction 114 will make available 132 pre-determined vacant FM allotments for new full-service FM broadcast stations.

Understanding the limitations on FM translators for LPFM stations

LPFM being a hyperlocal service is intended to serve only a small area. The rules regarding commonly-owned FM translators are consistent with those intentions.

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