[MCARC] [Fwd: ARRL on the Purpose of Amateur Radio]

Tue Jan 19 10:53:41 EST 2021

Prior to events, I had begun my study, I think the 3rd time, of Morse Code.
It was on my retirement bucket list. Now if I can keep that up and find a
few more minutes in day (doubtful) I can get to another bucket list item
dealing with Amateur Radio.

N0UDF

On Sun, Jan 17, 2021 at 6:05 PM Dennis Mason <masondw at bluevalley.net> wrote:

> I think you are correct about the morse code, without that, the
> requirements are possibly too easy.  Dennis  But due to the FCC info,
> perhaps we can all be attentive of what we hear on the air and assist Law
> people of things questionable.....
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Nate Bargmann" <n0nb at n0nb.us>
> To: "Marshall County ARC" <mcarc at mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2021 1:48:49 PM
> Subject: [MCARC] [Fwd: ARRL on the Purpose of Amateur Radio]
>
> A rather interesting message from ARRL HQ follows at the bottom of this
> message..
>
> I'm thinking it is in response to some rumors I read over the past
> several days alleging that people being banned from various social media
> sites are going to turn to ham radio en masse.  Perhaps there are other
> goings on that I've not been privy to.  The FCC has just released the
> following:
>
> Federal Communications Commission DA 21-73
>
>
>
> DA 21-73
> Released: January 17, 2021
>
> FCC ENFORCEMENT ADVISORY
>
>
> WARNING: AMATEUR AND PERSONAL RADIO SERVICES LICENSEES AND OPERATORS MAY
> NOT USE RADIO EQUIPMENT TO COMMIT OR FACILITATE CRIMINAL ACTS
> The Enforcement Bureau (Bureau) of the Federal Communications Commission
> issues this Enforcement Advisory to remind licensees in the Amateur
> Radio Service, as well as licensees and operators in the Personal Radio
> Services, that the Commission prohibits the use of radios in those
> services to commit or facilitate criminal acts.
>
> The Bureau has become aware of discussions on social media platforms
> suggesting that certain radio services regulated by the Commission may
> be an alternative to social media platforms for groups to communicate
> and coordinate future activities. The Bureau recognizes that these
> services can be used for a wide range of permitted purposes, including
> speech that is protected under the First Amendment of the U.S.
> Constitution. Amateur and Personal Radio Services, however, may not be
> used to commit or facilitate crimes.
>
> Specifically, the Bureau reminds amateur licensees that they are
> prohibited from transmitting “communications intended to facilitate a
> criminal act” or “messages encoded for the purpose of obscuring their
> meaning.” 47 CFR § 97.113(a)(4).
>
> Likewise, individuals operating radios in the Personal Radio Services, a
> category that includes Citizens Band radios, Family Radio Service
> walkie-talkies, and General Mobile Radio Service, are prohibited from
> using those radios “in connection with any activity which is against
> Federal, State or local law.” 47 CFR § 95.333(a).
>
> Individuals using radios in the Amateur or Personal Radio Services in
> this manner may be subject to severe penalties, including significant
> fines, seizure of the offending equipment, and, in some cases, criminal
> prosecution. 47 U.S.C. §§ 401, 501, 503, 510.
>
>
> Media inquiries should be directed to 202-418-0500 or
> MediaRelations at fcc.gov.
> To file a complaint with the FCC, visit
> https://consumercomplaints.fcc.gov or call 1-888-CALL-FCC. To report a
> crime, contact your local law enforcement office or the FBI.
> To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities
> (Braille, large print, electronic files, audio format), send an e-mail
> to fcc504 at fcc.gov or call the Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau at
> (202) 418-0530 (voice), (202) 418-0432 (TTY).
>
> Issued by: Chief, Enforcement Bureau
>
>
>
> Maybe we need to reinstate the Morse Exam?  ;-)
>
> 73, Nate
>
> ----- Forwarded message from ARRL Web site <memberlist at www.arrl.org> -----
>
> Date: Sun, 17 Jan 2021 14:11:34 -0500 (EST)
> From: ARRL Web site <memberlist at www.arrl.org>
> To: n0nb at n0nb.us
> Subject: ARRL on the Purpose of Amateur Radio
>
> [For over 100 years amateur radio and ARRL — the National Association
> for Amateur Radio® — have stood for the development of the science and
> art of communications, public service, and the enhancement of
> international goodwill. Amateur Radio’s long history and service to the
> public has solidified the well-earned reputation that “Amateur Radio
> saves lives.”]<http://www.arrl.org/>
>
> ARRL on the Purpose of Amateur Radio
>
> For over 100 years amateur radio and ARRL — the National Association for
> Amateur Radio® — have stood for the development of the science and art
> of communications, public service, and the enhancement of international
> goodwill. Amateur Radio’s long history and service to the public has
> solidified the well-earned reputation that “Amateur Radio saves lives.”
>
> Amateur Radio Operators, due to their history of public service, their
> training, and the requirement that they be licensed by the FCC have
> earned their status as a component of critical communications
> infrastructure and as a reliable resource “when all else fails."
>
> Amateur Radio is about development of communications and responsible
> public service. Its misuse is inconsistent with its history of service
> and its statutory charter. ARRL does not support its misuse for purposes
> inconsistent with these values and purposes.
>
> ----- End forwarded message -----
>
> --
>
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