Status of Federal radio commission

On December 16, 1929, Congress enacted S. 2276, continuing the power and authorities of the Federal Radio Commission approved by the President December 18 and made Public Law 25, 71st Congress. This provides for appointment by the Commission of a Chief Engineer at a salary of $10,000 per annum; not more than two assistants at salary not to exceed $7500 per annum; and the appointment of other technical assistants deemed necessary for the proper performance of its duties and for which appropriations may be made by Congress from time to time.