Who said anything about not being required? Just because it's now a
glorified boat anchor, doesn't mean it's not required.

ohhh yeah, it will now be a criminal offense to remove the ELT now
that is is no longer monitored...
Once US satellits no longer monitor the frequency it will become a
capital punishment offense if your ELT is not working...
They are from the FAA and they are here to serve you.. (reference is
to a long ago TV program, "To Serve Man"
Remember, people always get the government they deserve...

denny