Not too long ago there was a posting that there was a repeater on the so called simplex freqs on 146 and 147. I posted an answer that they were legal as stated by the ARRL in the Repeater Directory. For those that think part 97 says different should read what the ARRL says. I don't think the ARRL would publish false info about the freqs.
The Repeater Directory makes no distinction as to what areas are allowed to use these freqs for repeaters. Read the section in the book under Band Plans and then go to the freq plan for 2 meters. Be sure to read the foot notes Ant area can use these freqs for repeaters. Howard K2IMO