1 September, 1998

In the matter of 1998 Biennial regulatory Review-ammendment of
Part 97 of the Commission's amateur service Rules, FCC WT Docket
98-143

To the Commission:

Thank you for the opportunity to address the above referenced
Docket 98-143.  I have read the forty-four items in a reprint.  

The following is a summary and suggested conclusions:

1.  Continue to promote Amateur radio as a hobby and to assit
local officials during times of requested communications
services, i.e. Emergency, etc.

2.  The FCC suggested classes of licensing is appropriate.

3.  "SUNSET" of RACES will not hinder Emergency communications.

4.  The following is suggested:

A class 20 wpm CW + technical
B class 13 wpm CW + techmical
C class  5 wpm CW + technical
D class no CW, technical and Rules as required by the FCC.

The following should be considered:

The new Class D "NO CODE" should be allowed all modes above 50
Mhz, so that in the future those who desire can upgrade.

Grandfather:

Curerent Extras a thank you for their leadership
Current Advanced to Extra
Current generals to Advanced
Current tech Plus to General
Current Novice 5 wpm credit plus a technical for class "C"

Best Wishes,
Richard E. Bokern
6409 Wakopa CT.
Fort Wayne, In 46815-6379
VB9PUJ