2005 Idaho Code - 55-2903 — DEFINITIONS

                                  TITLE  55
                             PROPERTY IN GENERAL
                                  CHAPTER 29
                    EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS PRESERVATION
    55-2903.  DEFINITIONS. When used in this act:
    (1)  "Antenna" means any array of wires, tubing or similar materials used
for the transmission and reception of radio waves.
    (2)  "Antenna support structure" or "tower" means a structure or framework
that is designed to elevate an antenna above the ground for the purpose of
increasing the effective communications range and reliability of an amateur
radio station.
    (3)  "Amateur radio" means the use of amateur and amateur-satellite radio
frequencies and services used by licensed, qualified persons of any age who
are interested in radio technique without pecuniary remuneration. These
services present an opportunity for public service, emergency communications,
self-training, intercommunication and technical investigations.
    (4)  "Amateur radio operator" means any person who has been duly examined
and licensed by the federal communications commission or its designee for the
operation of transmitting and receiving apparatus on radio frequencies
internationally agreed upon for the use of the amateur radio service.
    (5)  "Local unit of government" means a county, city or town.