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Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #25 –
Since I mentioned my fantastic mobile antenna, here is a website with reviews, for anyone interested. eHam.net
I think I said it was a 4 inch SS tube, actually it's 3 inch, just seems that big.  I bought it directly from Bob, N9JMX at a Dayton Hamvention.  I was totally impressed with its construction and the results of the many "shootouts" they used to have in the Midwest.  The only antenna that could compete with it was the old "bugcatcher".  It sure looked good on the back of our 2000 MB.
Rich - W7JVL
Former 2000 MB- Now Bullet Crossfire 1800RB trailer pulled by a Chevy 2500HD
 
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #26 –
Quote from: JohnR  - 
I hadn’t heard that the FCC license fee proposal had been finalized.  Of course free is better than $35 but I’m glad that the FCC settled on a lower price than the original $50 proposal.  The fear was that $50 may discourage younger (teenage) applicants.  It’s a great hobby and many older hams are more than willing to donate equipment to the younger hams just starting out.

An update:  Just submitted my 10 year renewal request and there was no mention of a fee required at this time.  Also, updated my address they allowed me to use our PO box instead of a physical address. 
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #27 –
Quote from: HiLola  - 
An update:  Just submitted my 10 year renewal request and there was no mention of a fee required at this time.  Also, updated my address they allowed me to use our PO box instead of a physical address.

Congratulations Greg.

Although the FCC approved the $35 fee for new, upgraded, vanity and renewed ham licenses, they haven’t yet got the infrastructure in place to collect the fee.  The VE’s will not be burdened with collecting the fee and that’s a good thing.  Here’s a recent ARRL article on the $35 FCC fee status. FCC Application Fees Unlikely to Go into Effect Until 2022.  If you’re going to get a new/upgrade or renewed license or vanity callsign, now is the time.  Also, the FCC has allowed a PO Box to be used for several years now.

- John
Fulltimer with a 2021 MId-Bath “Babe”, 1996 Cherokee “Scout” and “Bandit” the wonder dog 🐶
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #28 –
Thanks for the update, John!
73
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #29 –
I renewed my GMRS license in July and paid $70 for the $35 license.  Asked my congressperson about it. Haven't heard back yet. . .
Joel & Terry Wiley
dog Zeke
2013  31 IB   Orwan   / 2011 CRV Tow'd LWEROVE
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #30 –
Quote from: joel wiley  - 
I renewed my GMRS license in July and paid $70 for the $35 license.  Asked my congressperson about it. Haven't heard back yet. . .

The same FCC ruling that raised the amateur radio license fee from $0 to $35 also lowered the GMRS license fee from $70 to $35.  The delay in implementation is good news for Greg but I’m sorry to say, it’s bad news for you Joel.  I hope your congressperson has some better news.

- John
Fulltimer with a 2021 MId-Bath “Babe”, 1996 Cherokee “Scout” and “Bandit” the wonder dog 🐶
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #31 –
So, in other words, the new Ham license funds will be paying for the decreased cost of the GMRS license?   ;)
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #32 –
Quote from: HiLola  - 
So, in other words, the new Ham license funds will be paying for the decreased cost of the GMRS license?   ;)

Greg,
There are currently 840,111 amateur radio licenses issued in the USA (source: ae7q.com).  I don’t know how many GMRS licenses there are but I believe it’s safe to say that it’s a small fraction of amateur licenses.  Yes, I think the feds are making out ok on this deal  ;)

- John
Fulltimer with a 2021 MId-Bath “Babe”, 1996 Cherokee “Scout” and “Bandit” the wonder dog 🐶
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #33 –
As of April 26, 2021 where were 100,320 GMRS license issued.
2002 Mid Bath
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #34 –
Quote from: HiLola  - 
So, in other words, the new Ham license funds will be paying for the decreased cost of the GMRS license?   ;)
No, FCC initially was going to institute a $70 fee to cover the costs of the computer program to issue the ham and GMRS licenses.
They added ham licensing to the fee structure.  In response to pubic outcry, they reduced the fee to $35 for both licenses.
Joel & Terry Wiley
dog Zeke
2013  31 IB   Orwan   / 2011 CRV Tow'd LWEROVE
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #35 –
My application for license renewal was granted a couple months ago, according to the ULS website. This is the first time I've renewed.  Do they mail a new license or do you just use the old one?
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: Ham Radio and Trip/Traveling Privacy
Reply #36 –
Quote from: HiLola  - 
...Do they mail a new license or do you just use the old one?

All done via the ULS.  A new "Official" issue of your license will be available there as well as the "Official Copies."  If you renewed a few months ago, the "Official" issue is waiting for you to download it.

2007 IB-30