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FCC to Lift Freeze on Applications for New LPTV, TV Translator Stations
The move is part of a phased process running into 2026 that will also lift the current freeze on major changes for Class A television, low power television and TV translator stations and permits
NAB Kicks Off New Phase in Campaign to Overturn Broadcast Ownership Rules
As part of the effort, it is emphasizing the importance of preserving free access to football on broadcast stations
FCC Sets Deadlines for Comments on Changes to Disaster Information Reporting
Comments must be filed by Oct. 2 and reply comments by Nov. 3
FCC Moves to Accelerate Transition to NextGen TV
The Media Bureau has clarified some ATSC 3.0 rules relating to the transition that it hopes will encourage more launches and NextGen TV services
FCC Slightly Raises Regulatory Fees for TV Stations
The agency expects to collect $23,412,392 in FY 2025 from digital television, up from $23,363,518 it collected in FY 2024
YouTube TV, Fox Settle Differences, Renew Carriage Agreement
Financial details were not disclosed
Unions, Civil Rights Groups Argue Localism Will Be Hurt, Not Helped by Eliminating Ownership Caps
Opponents also stress that the FCC lacks the authority to change the 39% ownership cap set by Congress
Fox, YouTube TV Agree on Short Extension in Carriage Talks
FCC Chair Carr urged them to quickly resolve the dispute in a post saying `Get the Deal Done Google!'
