The Federal Communications Commission has tentatively scheduled a vote on new limitations for the upcoming noncommercial educational FM translator filing window. According to the agenda for the February open meeting, the commission plans to propose a cap of ten applications per entity.
This move is intended to prevent mass speculation and ensure a fairer distribution of spectrum among applicants. The proposal seeks to curb the practice where a single organization files hundreds of applications, potentially crowding out smaller, community-based broadcasters. The commission will also consider measures to strengthen the integrity of the Lifeline program during the same meeting.