New Rules For Employee Participation In Drills Begin September 3:

Beginning September 3, the new, revised wording of Section 97.113 http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/cfr_2002/octqtr/pdf/47cfr97.117.pdf goes into effect. As of this date, the FCC will permit government entities that sponsor disaster and emergency drills to hold these drills without applying for a waiver. Additionally, employees who wish to participate in non-government-sponsored drills and exercises may do so under certain conditions. Part 97 is the portion of the Commission's rules that govern the Amateur Radio Service. Read more here http://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-modifies-amateur-rules-to-allow-participation-in-disaster-and-emergency-drills-on-behalf-of-an-e.

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The ARRL Letter

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