One of the ARRL’s main missions is to ensure amateur radio operators have access to specific frequency bands. This involves lobbying regulatory agencies like the FCC to preserve and protect these allocations for non-commercial use.
The ARRL engages in lobbying efforts to influence laws and regulations that impact amateur radio operators, ensuring their interests are considered in decisions by organizations such as the FCC and ITU.
The ITU is a specialized UN agency that coordinates global telecommunications standards, including frequency allocations. The ARRL collaborates with the ITU to safeguard amateur radio interests worldwide.
The ARRL highlights amateur radio’s critical role in emergency communications and its educational value in teaching science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to encourage public and governmental support.
The ARRL works with the FCC and other organizations to resolve interference issues, ensuring the amateur radio bands remain free from disruptions caused by illegal or improper use.
