GMRS
General Mobile Radio Service
The General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) is a land-mobile FM UHF radio service designed for short-distance two-way communication and authorized under 47 CFR Part 95. The US GMRS license is issued for a period of 10 years by the FCC.
Community
Community Service
Community service is volunteer work that benefits others. It is often done near the area where you live, so your own community reaps the benefits of your work. You do not get paid to perform community service, but volunteer your time.
Emergency
Disaster Response
"In times in which regular communications are down, amateur radio operators are called upon to help in states of disaster"
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Welcome to
Ellis County REACT
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The General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) is a licensed radio service that uses channels around 462 MHz and 467 MHz. The most common use of GMRS channels is for short-distance, two-way voice communications using hand-held radios, mobile radios, and repeater systems. In 2017, the FCC expanded GMRS to also allow short data messaging applications including text messaging and GPS location information. Use of GMRS REQUIRES A LICENSE available to an individual for short-distance two-way communications to facilitate the activities of licensees and their immediate family members. Each licensee manages a system consisting of one or more transmitting units (stations.) GMRS license does not require any test and the application is available online at www.fcc.gov
Our Mission
Be Prepared
Who we are
Ellis React assists police & fire communication services for communities during disaster
The Family Radio Service (FRS) is a private, two-way, short-distance voice and data communications service for facilitating family and group activities. The most common use for FRS channels is short-distance, two-way voice communications using small hand-held radios that are similar to walkie-talkies.
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Get Your Radio License
GMRS requires an FCC license and does not require an examination. Amateur radio licensing requires an examination. Learn which service fits your needs and follow the rules for that service.
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Become a Volunteer
Contact Ellis County REACT to ask about volunteer opportunities, training and ways to support community communications.
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Provide Support
Ask how you can help with communications equipment, preparedness or volunteer support in Ellis County.
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