The decision allows ownership transfer while requiring divestitures and commitments on local broadcasting. The Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Media Bureau approved the transfer of certain broadcast television stations…
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FCC Seeks Public Feedback on Live Sports Broadcasting
The transition from live sports broadcasting on traditional televisions to streaming platforms is brought into question. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment regarding the transition…
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FCC Narrows TV Broadcasting Exemptions to Equal Time Rule
Agency guidance stated there will not be automatic exemptions for late-night and daytime talk show appearances. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently issued guidance indicating that interviews with…
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FCC Authorizes Expansion of Starlink Satellite Network
The approval allows the deployment of thousands of additional satellites. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved SpaceX’s request to deploy up to 7,500 additional second-generation Starlink satellites, increasing…
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FCC Announces Agenda for Open Meeting
Commission to consider proposals on spectrum use, relay services, regulatory cleanup, and cybersecurity rules. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the agenda for its Open Meeting on…
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Music Artists Send Letter to Congress Supporting American Music Fairness Act
Performers have not been compensated for music broadcast over the radio. Music artists wrote to Congress urging them to support the American Music Fairness Act. The bipartisan legislation,…
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President Trump Calls for Retraction from Media Outlet Over J6 Speech Video Edits
The BBC edited parts of his January 6, 2021, speech in a “false, defamatory, malicious, disparaging, and inflammatory” way. President Donald Trump called for a “full and fair…
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FCC Extends Equal Employment Deadline for Broadcaster Audits
The selected stations will need to report diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. The Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Enforcement Bureau extended its deadline for the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)…
Read MoreFCC Votes to Remove “Outdated and Useless“ Rules
The provisions to be deleted include regulations related to telegraph, rabbit-ear broadcast receivers, and telephone booths. The Federal Communications Commission has voted to remove “outdated and useless“ rules…
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IRS Says Pastors Endorsing Political Candidates Should Not Lose Tax-Exempt Status
The agency filed a supporting brief with Christian broadcasters requesting a Johnson Amendment override. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) submitted a court filing last week with the National…
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