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This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974).
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 2000 |
NEWS MEDIA CONTACT: Maureen Peratino 202-418-0506 | |
STATEMENT OF FCC CHAIRMAN WILLIAM E. KENNARD REGARDING MEXICO DARS AGREEMENT SIGNING
This agreement, which reflects over two years of very hard work, will enable satellite digital audio radio services (DARS) and terrestrial wireless services to operate freely in the border area between Mexico and the United States.
It is critical to the long-term viability of DARS, WCS and other communications systems in both countries. The interference concerns presented were challenging, and staff and industry from both countries are to be commended for forging this agreement despite the many obstacles.