This weekend Docket 10-119 was released.
It discusses proposed rule changes to part 95, which includes GMRS, FRS and CB.
For FRS, they discuss banning radios with FRS with capability for other services.
For GRMS, they consider going unlicensed. GPS data, and text allowed on GMRS.
For CB, they discuss 5 minute limit rule, 250km limit rule.
"Amplifiers for CB stations are already illegal, but should we consider prohibiting directional antennas for CB operations in order to facilitate its intended use for short range communications? Should we consider power reductions for the CB Service? Is there harm in allowing CB operators to communicate in sky wave mode, or would such an allowance tempt the use of illegal amplifiers which cause interference? We seek comment on how best to deal with section 95.413(a)(9) and other challenges in permitting a “commons” band regulatory structure in the HF band."
Its a long read:
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-106A1.doc
It discusses proposed rule changes to part 95, which includes GMRS, FRS and CB.
For FRS, they discuss banning radios with FRS with capability for other services.
For GRMS, they consider going unlicensed. GPS data, and text allowed on GMRS.
For CB, they discuss 5 minute limit rule, 250km limit rule.
"Amplifiers for CB stations are already illegal, but should we consider prohibiting directional antennas for CB operations in order to facilitate its intended use for short range communications? Should we consider power reductions for the CB Service? Is there harm in allowing CB operators to communicate in sky wave mode, or would such an allowance tempt the use of illegal amplifiers which cause interference? We seek comment on how best to deal with section 95.413(a)(9) and other challenges in permitting a “commons” band regulatory structure in the HF band."
Its a long read:
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-10-106A1.doc