# The Wireless Communications Service (``WCS'')
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 1997-03-03 · Effective 1997-03-03 · 62 FR 9636
## Document
- **Document number:** 97-5128
- **Category:** spectrum-allocation
- **Federal Register citation:** 62 FR 9636
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/03/03/97-5128/the-wireless-communications-service-wcs)
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