rjr@mgweed.UUCP (Bob Roehrig) (10/02/84)
qst de k9eui hr arrl bulletin nr 80 from arrl headquarters newington ct september 26, 1984 to all radio amateurs bt arrl has filed comments in mm docket number 84 706 opposing fcc licensing of any shortwave broadcast stations outside itu region 2 permitted to use frequencies in the 7100 to 7300 khz band. although fcc is legally within its rights to take this action, arrl argues that it is unwise because of fccs historical role defending this band segment for amateurs in region 2. at the very least, fcc should require that broadcasters meet stringent standards to abate any interference to amateur operation in region 2. details in arrl letter and november qst ar