FCC Web Documents citing 97.403

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• http://fcc.gov/pshs/techtopics/techtopics13.html
  • perform the duties of an amateur service licensee [47 CFR 97.503]. Currently, individuals may qualify for three classes of operator license: Technician, General and Amateur Extra. When normal communications systems are not available, amateur stations may make transmissions necessary to provide essential communication needs in connection with the immediate safety of human life and immediate protection of property [47 CFR 97.403]. This provision of emergency communications is regulated by Part 97, Subpart E of the FCC's rules. One advantage for amateur radio operators in public emergency communications is the wide range of available frequencies [47CFR 97.407].^[77]5 One service within the amateur radio services that uses amateur stations during periods of emergencies is known as the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service, or
• http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-124A1.doc http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-124A1.pdf
  • a Public Notice providing guidance for requesting waiver relief to facilitate government-sponsored emergency preparedness and disaster drills. See Amateur Service Communications During Government Disaster Drills, Public Notice, 24 FCC Rcd 12872 (WTB, PSHSB, EB 2009) (Disaster Drills Public Notice). The waiver process outlined in this Public Notice remained available throughout this rulemaking proceeding. 47 C.F.R. § 97.1(a). 47 C.F.R. § 97.403. See Recommendations of the Independent Panel Reviewing the Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Communications Networks, Order, EB Docket No. 06-119; WC Docket No. 06-63, 22 FCC Rcd 10541, 10576 ¶ 111 (2007) (noting that the amateur radio community played an important role in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and other disasters). See Letter from Kenneth Hughes, Communications Planner, New Orleans
• http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-45A1.doc http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-45A1.pdf
  • Public Notice providing guidance for requesting waiver relief to facilitate government-sponsored emergency preparedness and disaster drills. See Amateur Service Communications During Government Disaster Drills, Public Notice, DA 09-2259 (WTB, PSHSB, EB rel. Oct. 20, 2009) (Disaster Drills Public Notice). The waiver process outlined in this Public Notice remains available throughout this rulemaking proceeding. 47 C.F.R. § 97.1(a). 47 C.F.R. § 97.403. See Recommendations of the Independent Panel Reviewing the Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Communications Networks, Order, EB Docket No. 06-119; WC Docket No. 06-63, 22 FCC Rcd 10541, 10576 ¶ 111 (2007) (noting that the amateur radio community played an important role in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and other disasters). See Letter from Kenneth Hughes, Communications Planner, New Orleans
• http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-09-2259A1.doc http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-09-2259A1.pdf http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-09-2259A1.txt
  • on Communications Networks, Order, EB Docket No. 06-119; WC Docket No. 06-63, 22 FCC Rcd 10541, 10576 ¶ 111 (2007) (noting that the amateur radio community played an important role in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and other disasters). See 47 C.F.R. § 97.3(a)(4). See 47 C.F.R. § 97.113(a)(3) (emphasis added). See 47 C.F.R. § 1.925. See 47 C.F.R. § 97.403. See also Amendment of Part 97 of the Commission's Rules Governing the Amateur Radio Services, Report and Order, WT Docket No. 04-140, 21 FCC 11643, 11667 ¶ 52 (2006) (clarifying that amateur radio operators who are emergency personnel may use their amateur radio stations while in paid duty status, but not addressing the prohibition against transmitting messages on behalf of
• http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-09-2259A1_Rcd.pdf
  • normal communication systems are not available.5In those circumstances, rule waiver is not necessary. For further information regarding matters discussed in this Public Notice, contact William T. Cross of the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, Mobility Division, at (202) 418-0680, William.Cross@fcc.gov. By the Chief, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau; Chief, Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau; and Chief, Enforcement Bureau. -FCC- 5See 47 C.F.R. § 97.403. See alsoAmendment of Part 97 of the Commission's Rules Governing the AmateurRadio Services, Report and Order,WT Docket No. 04-140, 21 FCC 11643, 11667 ¶ 52 (2006) (clarifying that amateur radio operators who are emergency personnel may use their amateur radio stations while in paid duty status, but not addressing the prohibition against transmitting messages on behalf of an employer). 12873
• http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-124A1.doc http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-124A1.pdf http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-124A1.txt
  • a Public Notice providing guidance for requesting waiver relief to facilitate government-sponsored emergency preparedness and disaster drills. See Amateur Service Communications During Government Disaster Drills, Public Notice, 24 FCC Rcd 12872 (WTB, PSHSB, EB 2009) (Disaster Drills Public Notice). The waiver process outlined in this Public Notice remained available throughout this rulemaking proceeding. 47 C.F.R. § 97.1(a). 47 C.F.R. § 97.403. See Recommendations of the Independent Panel Reviewing the Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Communications Networks, Order, EB Docket No. 06-119; WC Docket No. 06-63, 22 FCC Rcd 10541, 10576 ¶ 111 (2007) (noting that the amateur radio community played an important role in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and other disasters). See Letter from Kenneth Hughes, Communications Planner, New Orleans
• http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-45A1.doc http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-45A1.pdf http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-45A1.txt
  • Public Notice providing guidance for requesting waiver relief to facilitate government-sponsored emergency preparedness and disaster drills. See Amateur Service Communications During Government Disaster Drills, Public Notice, DA 09-2259 (WTB, PSHSB, EB rel. Oct. 20, 2009) (Disaster Drills Public Notice). The waiver process outlined in this Public Notice remains available throughout this rulemaking proceeding. 47 C.F.R. § 97.1(a). 47 C.F.R. § 97.403. See Recommendations of the Independent Panel Reviewing the Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Communications Networks, Order, EB Docket No. 06-119; WC Docket No. 06-63, 22 FCC Rcd 10541, 10576 ¶ 111 (2007) (noting that the amateur radio community played an important role in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and other disasters). See Letter from Kenneth Hughes, Communications Planner, New Orleans
• http://transition.fcc.gov/eb/AmateurActions/files/Lovol09_08_07_5109.html http://transition.fcc.gov/eb/AmateurActions/files/Lovol09_08_07_5109.pdf
  • rules. This letter serves as notice that, if operation of this type reoccurs after receipt of this letter, you could be subject to severe penalties, including license revocation, monetary forfeiture (fines), or a modification proceeding to restrict the frequencies upon which you may operate. Sincerely, Laura L. Smith Special Counsel Cc: Chicago Field Office Northeast Regional Director 47 C.F.R. S: 97.403 You were originally provided twenty (20) days within which to respond. You failed to do so. The Commission notified you by letter dated June 17, 2009, that if you failed to respond to the Commission's letter, you could be subject to enforcement actions. You responded on July 6, 2009. See 47 C.F.R. S: 97.1. Fines normally range from $7,500 to
• http://transition.fcc.gov/pshs/techtopics/techtopics13.html
  • perform the duties of an amateur service licensee [47 CFR 97.503]. Currently, individuals may qualify for three classes of operator license: Technician, General and Amateur Extra. When normal communications systems are not available, amateur stations may make transmissions necessary to provide essential communication needs in connection with the immediate safety of human life and immediate protection of property [47 CFR 97.403]. This provision of emergency communications is regulated by Part 97, Subpart E of the FCC's rules. One advantage for amateur radio operators in public emergency communications is the wide range of available frequencies [47CFR 97.407].^[77]5 One service within the amateur radio services that uses amateur stations during periods of emergencies is known as the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service, or
• http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/index.htm?job=about_1&id=amateur
  • emergency communications. It would be illogical to abandon these [92]Rules -- which are carefully developed through the rule making process with the input of amateur operators and organizations experienced in providing emergency communications -- during an event of the very type for which the [93]Rules were intended. Q: Are there exceptions? Yes. There are two exceptions. In summary: 1. [94]Section 97.403 states that no provision of the [95]Rules prevents the use by an amateur station of any means of radiocommunication at its disposal to provide essential communications in connection with the immediate safety of human life and immediate protection of property when normal communication systems are not available. 2. [96]Section 97.405 states that no provision of the [97]Rules prevents the use
• http://www.fcc.gov/eb/AmateurActions/files/Lovol09_08_07_5109.html http://www.fcc.gov/eb/AmateurActions/files/Lovol09_08_07_5109.pdf
  • rules. This letter serves as notice that, if operation of this type reoccurs after receipt of this letter, you could be subject to severe penalties, including license revocation, monetary forfeiture (fines), or a modification proceeding to restrict the frequencies upon which you may operate. Sincerely, Laura L. Smith Special Counsel Cc: Chicago Field Office Northeast Regional Director 47 C.F.R. S: 97.403 You were originally provided twenty (20) days within which to respond. You failed to do so. The Commission notified you by letter dated June 17, 2009, that if you failed to respond to the Commission's letter, you could be subject to enforcement actions. You responded on July 6, 2009. See 47 C.F.R. S: 97.1. Fines normally range from $7,500 to
• http://www.fcc.gov/pshs/techtopics/techtopics13.html
  • perform the duties of an amateur service licensee [47 CFR 97.503]. Currently, individuals may qualify for three classes of operator license: Technician, General and Amateur Extra. When normal communications systems are not available, amateur stations may make transmissions necessary to provide essential communication needs in connection with the immediate safety of human life and immediate protection of property [47 CFR 97.403]. This provision of emergency communications is regulated by Part 97, Subpart E of the FCC's rules. One advantage for amateur radio operators in public emergency communications is the wide range of available frequencies [47CFR 97.407].^[77]5 One service within the amateur radio services that uses amateur stations during periods of emergencies is known as the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service, or