47 U.S.C. § 324
Section 324 · Use of minimum power
Amended 1 time on record
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In all circumstances, except in case of radio communications or signals relating to vessels in distress, all radio stations, including those owned and operated by the United States, shall use the minimum amount of power necessary to carry out the communication desired.