Amendment of Service and Eligibility Rules for FM Broadcast Translator Stations
broadcasting · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2009-09-01 · Effective 2009-10-01 · 74 FR 45126
Document
Document number
E9-21049
Federal Register citation
74 FR 45126
CFR reference
47 CFR 74
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
broadcasting
Publication date
2009-09-01
Effective date
2009-10-01
FCC docket
MB Docket No. 07-172
Abstract
The FCC amended its FM translator rules to allow AM stations to use currently authorized FM translators for "fill-in" service within their current coverage areas, to help them provide a listenable signal to their listeners and better serve their local communities.