Broadcasters Urge FCC to Reconsider Costly Rule Tweaks
Published Date: 4/29/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
Rick Kaplan, Alison Martin, and Robert Weller, speaking for the National Association of Broadcasters, have asked the Commission to rethink some recent rule changes. These petitions could affect broadcasters by changing how rules apply to them, possibly impacting costs or deadlines. Keep an eye out—this could shift the game for anyone involved in broadcasting soon!
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