Sunday, June 28, 2026

FCC

FCC Delays SNG Carrier ID Requirement

The FCC waived the ID requirement for digital video transmissions for one year.
US Congress

How Moran Got Attention for Repack Relief

Repack relief for broadcasters has gotten Senate committee's attention.

What Do LPTVs Say About Repack?

What to LPTVs think of FCC Chairman Wheeler's pledge to help them during repack?
Stack of Files

More Time to Place Public File Online

Radio stations have more time to comply with online public file rules.

What Did Wheeler Say About Repack, LPTVs?

FCC Chair Tom Wheeler discussed LPTVs, repack in general before Congress.

How ‘Unlock The Box’ Is Like Bell Breakup

How Wheeler's set-top-box plan compares to Bell breakup.

FCC’s New Pirate Policy Garners Praise

NAB and NY State broadcasters are pleased with new FCC anti-pirate policy.

How Pirates Will Walk FCC’s New Plank

FCC issues new, more complete, anti-pirate enforcement plan.
U.S. Congress

Why The FCC Oversight Hearing Could Get Testy

Look for fireworks at today’s FCC oversight hearing in the Senate Commerce Committee.

More Repack Money, Time On The Way?

Senators introduce amendment to give TV more repack money, time.
Gavel

‘Real’ Auction Deadline Looms

The "real" auction deadline looms for TV owners.

Why Does Reid Care About Charter-TWC Merger?

Senate Minority leader Harry Reid urges the DOJ & FCC be cautious about okaying Charter-TWC acquisition.

Skywave — Time to Stay Or Go?

A pitched battle is brewing over Class A skywave protection.
Files

Radio’s Online Public File Changes Start

Radio's online public file obligations begin now.

Will Broadcasters Benefit As Wheeler FCC Sunsets?

As Wheeler's FCC sunsets he only has time to do so much.