The FCC is asked 1996 to consider updating its cell phone radiation standard . The new standard would allow California cell phones to emit up to 20 % more radiation . The question was presented to the FCC in a new FCC report . FCC developed this limit back in 1996 , based on input from several federal health and safety agencies . It also asked the Government Accountability Office to test for cell phones being used next to the body , not just at the ear .
The FCC is asked 1996 to consider updating its cell phone radiation standard . The new standard would allow California cell phones to emit up to 20 % more radiation . The question was presented to the FCC in a new FCC report . It also asked the Government Accountability Office to test for cell phones being used next to the body , not just at the ear .