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FCC’s Public File System Experiences Difficulties, Raises Concerns
It’s unfortunate timing, as the FCC requires broadcasters to file required political order data as soon as possible Just as political ad spending is hitting
American Red Cross Responds to Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian struck Florida as an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm bringing catastrophic storm surge, winds and flooding. The devastation is expected to increase as
FCC Moves To Improve EAS Messages
The FCC has updated its Emergency Alert System rules so they are more informative and easier to understand by the public. The updated rules will
Poll: More Viewers Get Their Local News from TV Than From Any Other Source
Spectrum News/Morning Consult survey says 87% of Americans are satisfied with their local news coverage STAMFORD, Conn.—A new poll brings good news to local TV
FCC’s New Definition of Qualified Candidate Takes Effect Next Month
Political file revisions still need OMB sign-off The FCC‘s update of its political programming rules has been published in the Federal Register, which sets the effective
FCC Seeks Comments on Updating Closed Captioning Display Rules
Commission cite discoverability, ‘ease of use’ concerns WASHINGTON D.C.—The FCC is asking for public comment on updating its closed captioning rules for television as well
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- FCC Enforcement Monitor November 2022Pillsbury’s communications lawyers have published FCC Enforcement Monitor monthly since 1999 to inform our clients of notable FCC enforcement actions against FCC license holders and others. This month’s issue includes: Broadcaster Receives $518,283 Fine for Local TV Ownership Rule Violation Ohio LED Sign Manufacturer Enters $47,600 Consent Decree for Marketing Unauthorized Devices FCC Reduces Fine […]
- License Renewal Application Reminder for Television Stations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and VermontFull power TV, Class A TV, LPTV, and TV Translator stations licensed to communities in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont must file their license renewal applications by December 1, 2022. December 1, 2022 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in […]
- Annual EEO Public File Report Deadline for Stations in Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and VermontThis Pillsbury Broadcast Station Advisory is directed to radio and television stations in the areas noted above, and highlights upcoming deadlines for compliance with the FCC’s EEO Rule. December 1 is the deadline for broadcast stations licensed to communities in Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South […]
National Association of Broadcasters – News Releases
- Broadcasters, DoD Agree on Spectrum Sharing Arrangement for Select Military BasesWashington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and the Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE), the association for broadcast and multimedia technology professionals, announced a joint memorandum of understanding with the Department of Defense to allow non-exclusive access to commercial spectrum at 2025-2110 MHz at 26 U.S. military sites. The bases were selected for […]
- NAB Statement on Announcement by Speaker PelosiWashington, D.C. -- In response to the announcement by Speaker Nancy Pelosi that she will not seek a leadership role in the 118th Congress, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:
- NAB Leadership Foundation Launches Future Leaders FundWashington, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) today launched The Future Leaders Fund, a new fundraising campaign in support of the foundation’s mission to create a more diverse, innovative and vibrant workforce. NABLF board member and broadcast ambassador Tamron Hall kicked off the campaign with a video message encouraging broadcasters to […]