# Amendment of Service and Eligibility Rules for FM Broadcast Translator Stations
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2009-09-01 · Effective 2009-10-01 · 74 FR 45126
## Document
- **Document number:** E9-21049
- **Category:** broadcasting
- **Federal Register citation:** 74 FR 45126
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 74
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2009/09/01/E9-21049/amendment-of-service-and-eligibility-rules-for-fm-broadcast-translator-stations)
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