# Frequency 156.250 MHz Available for Port Operations Purposes in Los Angeles and Long Beach, CA Ports
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2000-07-14 · 65 FR 43713
## Document
- **Document number:** 00-17665
- **Category:** spectrum-allocation
- **Federal Register citation:** 65 FR 43713
- **Publication date:** 2000-07-14
- **FCC docket:** WT Docket No. 99-332
## Abstract

This document amends the Commission's rules to designate marine VHF Channel 05A for port operations communications in Los Angeles and Long Beach, California ports. The effect of this rule is that it will foster reliable marine communications and increase safe vessel transit in the ports. The action will allow the LA/LB Pilots to manage vessel traffic in that area more efficiently and protect the marine environment by preventing collisions and groundings.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2000/07/14/00-17665/frequency-156250-mhz-available-for-port-operations-purposes-in-los-angeles-and-long-beach-ca-ports)
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