Technology · 04/09/1996

FCC Amends Maritime Radio Service Rules to Allow Shared Use of 216-217 MHz Band for Low Power Radio and Automated Maritime Telecommunications

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has amended its rules to permit the shared use of the 216-217 MHz band for a new Low Power Radio Service, which will provide auditory assistance devices, health care assistance devices, law enforcement tracking systems, and automated maritime telecommunications system point-to-point network control communications, aiming to increase access to telecommunications devices for persons with disabilities and promote efficient use of radio spectrum.