NPR News: 04-07-2026 6PM EDT
Key Takeaways
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The FCC plans to ban device testing in high-risk nations - this proposal aims to move electronics certification to US-based labs to mitigate national security risks associated with labs controlled by countries like China.
“The FCC plans to tighten its requirements for testing of electronic devices made in countries such as China before they can be sold to US consumers.”
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Brazil is eliminating Morse code requirements for ham licenses - new regulatory changes will modernize the licensing exam process and grant amateur operators new access to 11-meter citizens' band frequencies.
“The Brazilian regulator will no longer require Morse code for amateur licenses under the changes that have been under consideration since 2020.”
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Historical radio archives receive a major funding boost - a new grant from the ARDC ensures the Digital Library of Amateur Radio and Communications can continue digitizing and preserving century-old call books and software for two more years.
“The grant will allow Dlarc to continue curating and preserving historical content related to Ham Radio for an additional two years.”
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