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Discover the latest FCC rule changes for CB, GMRS, ham radio, and more! In this video, we break down the updated deletions to FCC Part 95 and Part 97 documents as part of the "Delete! Delete! Delete!" initiative. Learn how these modernizations affect hobby radio and land mobile services. Stay informed with insights from National Communications Magazine: https://natcommag.substack.com/p/hobby-radio-fcc-delete-delete-delete-cb-gmrs-ham-radio-rules?r=22awqa.
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Dive into the pros and cons of linking GMRS repeaters over the internet—a once-popular setup now strictly prohibited by FCC rules. Explore the benefits like extended range and seamless nationwide communication, alongside drawbacks such as security risks, latency issues, and legal violations. Is internet-linked GMRS worth the hype or a regulatory nightmare? Watch now for expert insights, real-world examples, and what this ban means for your radio setup! #GMRS #FCCRules #RepeaterLinking
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🚨 Rumor Alert: Is the FCC banning ALL ham radios from Amazon, eBay & Walmart in 2025? Social media is buzzing with claims of a total crackdown on Chinese-made amateur radios like Baofeng and Hytera – but it's mostly MISINFORMATION! In this video, we break down the REAL FCC enforcement advisory from October 2025: It's targeting UNAUTHORIZED gear from national security "Covered List" companies (Huawei, ZTE, Hytera) that could spy or disrupt comms. Legit, FCC-certified ham radios for hobbyists? Totally unaffected – keep scanning those bands worry-free!
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Dive into the heated FCC debate on deleting rules for GMRS repeater linking! In this video, we break down exclusive Reply Comments from a 50+ year telecom veteran and physician opposing the removal of 47 CFR §95.333(c), §95.1733(a)(8), and §95.1749. Discover the 1976 origins of the PSTN interconnection ban, how it prevents "common carrier" violations and "theft of service" under Title 18 USC §1029, and why allowing wide-area networks could monopolize limited GMRS spectrum—threatening public safety and emergency radio access. Is deregulation a win for hams or a disaster for shared bands?
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