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24-626: REC files comments with the FCC on LPFM administrative issues

Opposed change to file processing rule in light of "Delete Delete Delete", opposed changes to "signature rule" and defended the use of informal objections to maintain service integrity.

REC comments in "Delete Delete Delete" proceeding

Proposes LP250 and many changes to LPFM, FM translators and full-service FM.

An open letter to all LPFM broadcasters

LPFM made a historic appearance at NAB Show... and LPFM, we need to talk... I mean, seriously talk.

Editorial: Be careful what you ask for

LPFM's biggest "dead horse" issue has creeped its way into the GN Docket 25-133 comments. The LPFM community cannot allow it.

Statement of REC Networks: NAB petition for software-based EAS

A software-based EAS solution must include accommodations for independent developers, playout system developers and open-source solutions.

FCC Commissioners, REC respond to news of Starks' upcoming departure

Chairman Carr, Commissioner Gomez and Michelle Bradley issue statements in response to today's announcement.

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REC 2025 LPFM Survey
Help guide REC in our response to MB Docket 24-626 and our recommendations for other changes to the LPFM service.

2023 Third Generation LPFM Filing Window
Follow the progress of the 2023 LPFM filing window and the 2021 NCE filing window as well as the history of past LPFM and NCE filing windows in the REC Filing Window Application Tracking System.

Radio History Project: CDBS
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Mar13
Major FCC System Outage
Mar12
(Open/partially resolved) Assignment application handling
Feb5
LPFM.us visibility status update through myLPFM
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myLPFM fixes (logo image, RadioDNS & channel changes)
Jan16
FCCdata - applications without file numbers - Radio History Proj. SF and Houston
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