spectrum-allocation · Federal Communications Commission · Published 1997-03-03 · Effective 1997-03-03 · 62 FR 9636
Document
Document number
97-5128
Federal Register citation
62 FR 9636
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
spectrum-allocation
Publication date
1997-03-03
Effective date
1997-03-03
FCC docket
GN Docket No. 96-228
Abstract
On February 19, 1997, the Federal Communications Commission (``Commission'') adopted a Report and Order establishing rules and policies for a new Wireless Communications Service (``WCS'') in the 2305-2320 and 2345-2360 MHz bands. This action is being taken pursuant to the Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act, 1997. The effect of this action is to make thirty megahertz of spectrum available for the provision of fixed, mobile, and radiolocation services, and satellite Digital Audio Radio Services.