The Family Radio Service (FRS) is in the 462-467 MHz spectrum range. The most common use for FRS spectrum is short-distance, two-way communications using small, portable hand-held devices that function similar to walkie-talkies. The Family Radio Service (FRS) dates back to 1996 when the FCC authorized the use of 14 channels within the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) for use by FRS. The FCC service rules for the Family Radio Service (FRS) are located in 47 C.F.R. Part 95.