There are a great many politicians and bureaucrats who live in fear that citizens might be able to communicate information that government does not want anyone to know They would eliminate Ham radio in a nanosecond if given the power to do so.
Meanwhile, the FCC appears to have little interest in addressing unlawful industrial and domestic radio frequency interference (RFI) sources from power circuits, appliances (grow lights, etc.), and commercial power lines. Agreed--15W results in a very significant reduction in communications capability and reliability! Oftentimes the noise floor in our modern world has become so high that 15 watts doesn't hack it! Furthermore, the 100W power capability of most HF transceivers sold today has become standard, so this proposed rule, if adopted, forces operators to use far less capability than they paid-for in their rigs!
Back in the 60's my dad would power up right before ed Sullivan show and his rig would disrupt the TV's all around the neighborhood and one of his friends was up the street with same game every Sunday night at 8! W8JCE. We had big fun! He was a member of MARS.
My dad had a similar story. Back in the 70s he had a CB radio and transmitting well above what is legal. One of the neighbors told him he was watching his TV and when dad would transmit the TV would go black and he would hear dad talking. After that dad waited until after midnight to talk on his radio 😅
Thanks for the guide and hand holding on this one. I did add my support and notice to the FCC. Now we just have to hope they listen t the little guys. KM4RST
I am trying to Submit an Express Comment but the form doesn't recognize my zip code plus 4 address. Not sure why so I can't go on to the next stage. Any ideas would be appreciated.
The Ham Radio Spectrum is under much more serious attack impacting many more people from cheap imported LED lights and solar arrays than this change that impacts a tiny subset of the community - who are also just as likely to be impacted by LED lights and solar arrays. If we're going to try and get action from the FCC on something let's prioritize and focus on the biggest issues - not the edge case issues.
Whatever we do it won't change, This keeps happening for years, big business will continue to show the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ and how great this would do for so call jobs
Just keep using it even if they take it. Who cares what a bunch of Fcc dorks say. I don't even have a license. I have freedom of expression as I'm American
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Make your voice heard by commenting to the FCC. Click this link and select "Submit an Express Comment": www.fcc.gov/ecfs/search/docket-detail/23-120
Almost seems like they don't want us to be able to communicate and find out what's really going on.
There are a great many politicians and bureaucrats who live in fear that citizens might be able to communicate information that government does not want anyone to know They would eliminate Ham radio in a nanosecond if given the power to do so.
Almost...
t h e y 😮
Dead on target 🎯
Meanwhile, the FCC appears to have little interest in addressing unlawful industrial and domestic radio frequency interference (RFI) sources from power circuits, appliances (grow lights, etc.), and commercial power lines. Agreed--15W results in a very significant reduction in communications capability and reliability! Oftentimes the noise floor in our modern world has become so high that 15 watts doesn't hack it!
Furthermore, the 100W power capability of most HF transceivers sold today has become standard, so this proposed rule, if adopted, forces operators to use far less capability than they paid-for in their rigs!
You’re exactly right, especially considering the noise floor becoming SO high. Thanks for the comment!
I was using radios while helping a friend and get crucial information that was used by nasa. I don’t know what I would do without it.
I purchased all three of your test preps, and they were a tremendous help
Thank you for the support and for being a student with us!! 73 and cheers!
That for posting this to youtube. I'll send my comment to FCC today!
thank you for your support! It WILL make a difference!
Back in the 60's my dad would power up right before ed Sullivan show and his rig would disrupt the TV's all around the neighborhood and one of his friends was up the street with same game every Sunday night at 8! W8JCE. We had big fun! He was a member of MARS.
My dad had a similar story. Back in the 70s he had a CB radio and transmitting well above what is legal. One of the neighbors told him he was watching his TV and when dad would transmit the TV would go black and he would hear dad talking. After that dad waited until after midnight to talk on his radio 😅
Sent in my 2 bits, praying for positive news!
Your 2 bits is appreciated!
I responded today. Thank you for letting me know.
Thank you for taking the time to respond and make your voice heard.
Thanks for the guide and hand holding on this one. I did add my support and notice to the FCC. Now we just have to hope they listen t the little guys. KM4RST
Sometimes people need some inspiration. Glad we could help! Thank you for making your voice heard.
thanks for the heads up!! submitted.
THANK YOU! 🙏
Where is the link to the FCC to comment?
Use this link and click “Submit an express comment” www.fcc.gov/ecfs/search/docket-detail/23-120
I am trying to Submit an Express Comment but the form doesn't recognize my zip code plus 4 address. Not sure why so I can't go on to the next stage. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Try submitting a standard filing?
Let us know if you get it to work.
Express comment sent. I say “Don’t tread on my spectrum!”
LETS GO!! 👏🏼👏🏼 Thank you for making a difference. Every little bit of spectrum matters!
Subbed my express comment
Thanks for the support Melinda! 👏🏼👏🏼
The Ham Radio Spectrum is under much more serious attack impacting many more people from cheap imported LED lights and solar arrays than this change that impacts a tiny subset of the community - who are also just as likely to be impacted by LED lights and solar arrays. If we're going to try and get action from the FCC on something let's prioritize and focus on the biggest issues - not the edge case issues.
Do you have a suggestion on where to comment on that? Is there a proposal before the FCC?
Whatever we do it won't change, This keeps happening for years, big business will continue to show the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ and how great this would do for so call jobs
1984
Just keep using it even if they take it. Who cares what a bunch of Fcc dorks say. I don't even have a license. I have freedom of expression as I'm American
Done and done
We love to see our community taking action! Thanks for making your voice heard
Thank you for the information. I submitted an expressed comment. 73s. kg5crx
Thanks for the support!! Every comment counts.