# FCC Adopts Application Limit and Eligibility Restrictions for New NCE Reserved Band FM Translator Station Applications in Upcoming 2026 Filing Window
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2026-06-25 · Effective 2026-07-27 · 91 FR 38304
## Document
- **Document number:** 2026-12778
- **Category:** other
- **Federal Register citation:** 91 FR 38304
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 74
- **Publication date:** 2026-06-25
- **Effective date:** 2026-07-27
- **FCC docket:** MB Docket No. 26-20
## Abstract

In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) adopts eligibility restrictions and a limit on the number of applications that each applicant may file in the upcoming 2026 filing window for applications for new noncommercial educational (NCE) reserved band FM translator station construction permits.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/25/2026-12778/fcc-adopts-application-limit-and-eligibility-restrictions-for-new-nce-reserved-band-fm-translator)
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