Reauthorization Process Streamlined For ‘Satellite’ TV Stations
The FCC on Tuesday eliminated "unnecessary regulatory expense and delay" by streamlining the process for reauthorizing television satellite stations when they are assigned or transferred.
Public TV Pow-Wow At The FCC
Why were some of public television's top leaders speaking with leading FCC officials on Thursday? Several issues pertaining to local educational and non-commercial broadcast stations were discussed with a host of Commission decision-makers, including Mike O'Rielly.
Is the FCC Violating the Federal Records Act?
The House's Energy and Commerce Committee is now led by a nemesis of FCC Chairman Ajit Pai: New Jersey Democrat Frank Pallone Jr. On Thursday, he and Rep. Mike Doyle wrote to Pai, seeking details about its electronic communications retention policies.
How FCC Concerns Prompted Angst
What is the genesis for “The Coalition For Transparency, Clarification and Simplification of Regulations pertaining to American Broadcasting”? Featured Media Information Bureau columnist Ken Benner shares all in his latest exclusive-to-RBR+TVBR column.
Halprin Puts A Halt To Sinclair ALJ Hearing
In December 2018, Jane Hinckley Halprin succeeded Richard Sippel as the FCC's Administrative Law Judge. Some thought she'd make headlines for moving forward with a hearing designation order centered on Sinclair's now-aborted merger with Tribune Media. Nope.
Nationalizing 5G Is Not the Way to Beat China
Reports surfaced last week that advisers to the administration are calling for the U.S. to embrace China-style nationalization as our path to 5G. That’s like looking to Cuba as inspiration for reforming the U.S. health-care system, says FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr.
Could This Copyright Case Ruling Impact Your Business?
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued its opinion in a case that deserves notice from broadcast media companies, their digital media partners, and marketers and advertisers doing business with radio and TV stations. Here's what one legal expert says about the decision.
Pai Media Advisor Prepares For FCC Exit
When it comes to advising FCC Chairman Ajit Pai on media issues, his No. 1 confidant has been Alison Nemeth Steger. Now, Steger is ready to move on from the Commission.
Luján’s Constant Fact In An Ever-Evolving Media World
Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico is well-appraised of the massive disruption to broadcast media being created by digital choices. Speaking at the NAB State Leadership Conference, Luján made one thing clear: "Despite all these changes, one thing remains constant: the importance of broadcasters."
NABEF Excellence Award Established In Dingell’s Name
The National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation (NABEF) has created a new honor in memory of a long-serving House Member who had much impact on the oversight of the FCC during his tenure in Congress.
More Insight On License Revocation Prevention
A column by John Wells King and Erwin Krasnow, "How To Lose Your Station's FCC License," has become a reader favorite worthy of encore appearances at RBR.com. Independent Alternative FCC Compliance Certification Inspector Ken Benner read it, and offers additional thoughts on keeping one's license.
Steny Hoyer: A Champion of Public Broadcasting
At 8am Tuesday morning, the House Majority Leader of the 116th Congress will be presented with the 2019 Champion of Public Broadcasting Award from America's Public Television Stations.
How To Lose Your Station’s FCC License
On Dec. 28, 2017, RBR+TVBR published what has emerged as one of its most popular Media Information Bureau columns. The title of this piece by John Wells King and Erwin Krasnow says it all. It remains one of our most requested columns, and we are pleased to share it anew.
NAB SLC In D.C.: Tuesday Event Features Key Legislators
Pack a sweater, but no umbrella is necessary. With a high of 44 and abundant sunshine, some 600 local radio and TV broadcasters will have good weather -- and hopefully good sessions -- to look forward to come Tuesday. That's when they will be in D.C. for the NAB's annual State Leadership Conference.
O’Rielly Added To ACA Summit Agenda
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai won't be the only member of the Commission to have the podium at the upcoming American Cable Association annual summit, set for March 20 in Washington.