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FAQ: Can an LPFM/NCE station mention a church raffle?
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FAQ: Our station recently filed an application and I just received an "FCC Activity Report" by email. What do I need to do?
FAQ: Should we ask the FCC for a power increase during COVID-19? Boston got one.
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FAQ: What requirements do LPFM stations have if forced to shut down as a result of "rolling" blackouts imposed by a local electric utility?
10/09/2019
FAQ: How much is the license fee charged by Xperi (Ibiquity) for an LPFM station to run HD Radio?
06/03/2019
FAQ: What is a contour and what is the difference between a "50,50" and a "50,10" contour?
03/17/2019
FAQ: During a government shutdown, can a station use obscenity on the air or operate out of tolerance since the FCC is not currently working?
01/10/2019
FAQ: Is vandalizing an LPFM (or other non-commercial) station considered a federal offense?
01/25/2018
FAQ: Can an LPFM station operate unattended?
11/09/2017
FAQ: How can I get STL or RPU frequencies assigned (coordinated)?
08/05/2017
FAQ: Why am I suddenly hearing another station from out of town on my channel?
03/21/2017
FAQ: Are LPFM stations required to have a chief operator?
02/07/2016
FAQ: What information must LPFM stations keep in the station log?
02/07/2016
FAQ: The construction permit shows only a horizontal power but no vertical power. Does this mean that LPFM is prohibited from using vertical or circular polarized antennas?
05/18/2015
FAQ: We already have a transmitter capable of running 300 watts. Are we ready if LP-250 was to be approved?
05/17/2015
FAQ: Do I have to inform the FCC if I decide to sign the station off from (for example) 3AM to 7AM? What about the EAS?
05/14/2015
FAQ: Where can I find the rule that requires LPFM stations to run a certified transmitter?
05/14/2015
FAQ: Why was my station only authorized a very low power?
05/14/2015
FAQ: My construction permit only lists an ERP on the horizontal plane. Does this mean that circularly polarized antennas like the Penetrator are illegal?
05/14/2015
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