Can We Modernize The FCC?
Implement a structure that moves away from antiquated silos, FCC landing team member Mark Jamison opines
ATSC 3.0 NPRM Lauded Ahead Of FCC Vote
Commission to vote on first steps for broadcasters on new digital TV standard
Pai’s Pilot Program Propels Transparency
Should it be successful, program will "give the public much more insight into the Commission’s activities," Chairman Pai says
FCC Brings New Possibilities To AM Revitalization
Expanding siting for a FM translator could give AM revitalization efforts a further shot in the arm
Laura Stefani Rises At A Big D.C. Law Firm
Her primary practice areas include media, telecommunications, IP, internet law, technical innovation, litigation and gov't relations
This D.C. Lawyer Wants Easing Of Anti-Collusion Rules
The Incentive Auction "has handcuffed" the broadcast TV industry in many respects for more than a year, this D.C. attorney says
The FCC’s First Steps On Broadcast Deregulation
What is the immediate impact? First of all, the change won't go into effect immediately, Pillsbury partner Scott Flick notes
Here Are February’s Most Important Dates
We've outlined those dates for you, so you avoid any last-minute crunches or outright forgetting about them
Why Is Ajit Pai’s So Defensive?
Pai will represent the FCC in interagency matters pertaining to public safety, homeland security, and defense and related matters
Tom Wheeler’s STB Plan Officially Dead
NAB says, "We're pleased that this proposal is being shelved." NCTA, ACA offer no immediate comment to RBR + TVBR
FCC OKs Public Inspection File Changes
Commissioner O’Rielly’s "diligent work to identify unnecessary paperwork burdens" singled out
MMTC To FCC: Give Class C4 An NPRM
MMTC President Emeritus/Senior Advisor David Honig said the proposal allows nearly 800 Class A stations to double their power
SBAs To FCC: OK Internet-based Recruiting
A coalition of nearly every state broadcasters association in the U.S. filed joint comments with the FCC
FCC Takes Next Step To Conclude Spectrum Auction
The FCC is doubling the increment percentage used to set new clock prices for all spectrum in each round
Post-Incentive Auction Transition Plan Set
Methodology set to firm up construction deadlines for stations shifting to new homes following the incentive auction