FCC delays NCE Translator filing window until November, 2026
Originally requested by academic, Tribal and community media interests, REC supports this delay as it is consistent with past NCE filing windows.
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REC calls on FCC Media Bureau to clarify the point system criteria for translator window
The Media Bureau's criteria for claiming "diversity" points in the window public notice is inconsistent with the original rule. REC also issues statement on CBI's request for a delay.
FCC adopts new cybersecurity rules for EAS and other broadcast equipment; proposes changes to improve EAS and WEA
FCC to require firewalls, stronger passwords and prompt updates of security patches. Proposes enhanced EAS geotargeting, earthquake alerts and software-based alerting.
2026 NCE Filing Window Policy: REC Limited Offering and Priorities
REC announces bandwidth cap for limited offering and processing priorities for the August NCE filing window.
FCC to open a filing window for new reserved band FM translators in August. Imposes filing freeze.
It's showtime! For the first time in 26 years, the FCC is going to make available new construction permits in the 88.1~91.9 reserved band.
Statement of REC Networks: Reserved band protection of TV Channel 6
FCC staff confirms that pending Channel 6 applications do not require protection. REC still advocates for the elimination of these analog-era protection rules.
Media Bureau adopts application cap and additional restrictions for the upcoming NCE FM translator filing window
FCC upholds the 10-cap for full service and the 2-cap for most LPFMs. Enacts primary station requirement and invokes the REC's proposed retention period to sway gamesmanship and speculation.
FCC announces an auction for vacant FM allotments in early 2027
Auction 114 will make available 132 pre-determined vacant FM allotments for new full-service FM broadcast stations.
Understanding the limitations on FM translators for LPFM stations
LPFM being a hyperlocal service is intended to serve only a small area. The rules regarding commonly-owned FM translators are consistent with those intentions.
The lifting of the filing freeze for LPTV may affect reserved band LPFM modifications and to the future translator filing window.
REC LPFM Advisory Letter #26 - UPDATED March 20, 2026