# Revision of the Experimental Radio Service Regulations
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 1998-11-19 · Effective 1999-01-19 · 63 FR 64199
## Document
- **Document number:** 98-30381
- **Category:** other
- **Federal Register citation:** 63 FR 64199
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 5
- **Publication date:** 1998-11-19
- **Effective date:** 1999-01-19
- **FCC docket:** ET Docket No. 96-256, FCC 98-283
## Abstract

The Commission revises the rules, which governs the Experimental Radio Service (ERS). This action will promote technical innovation and new services by encouraging experiments; ensure that experimental licenses do not result in abuse of our processes; eliminate unnecessary and burdensome experimental regulations; and protect public safety frequencies.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1998/11/19/98-30381/revision-of-the-experimental-radio-service-regulations)
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