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FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2003

The Federal Communications Commission announced a strategic plan to review the impact of cell towers on historic and sacred sites.

FCC chairman Michael Powell said the agency will work with tribes to develop a national database of important locations. He also said there would be an improved consultative process.

Get the Story:
FCC to Study Impact of Cell Phone Towers (AP 5/1)
PDF: Environmental and Historic Preservation Action Plan (FCC 5/1)

Relevant Links:
Federal Communications Commission - http://www.fcc.gov

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