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The quick turnaround for a recent update had many EAS participants worried.

"The broadcast repack is progressing as designed."

Stations are relocating, but with STAs and temp facilities.

The proposition of new rules are “unnecessary” and would put “undue burdens” on broadcasters.

While no TV stations have reported as out of service, some residents are without access.

November event will offer expert led panels on challenges and opportunities facing broadcasters.

Latest NPRM part of commission’s stated efforts to modernize media rules.

Will allow for deregulation of cable rates in parts of Hawaii and Massachusetts.

While LPTVs can qualify for cable carriage rights, no such rules exist for satellite.

Comments on if/how fees should be lowered due Nov. 22.

Compression tech and declining demand will help with capacity needs, says Verizon.

Says that funds first need to go to satellite operators and broadcasters.

Says broadcasters began transition process with belief they didn’t need additional spectrum.

Consumers using antennas will need to rescan their TVs to access newly relocated stations.

Vote was split among party lines, but some challenges may remain.

Supports the FCC reviewing the scope of FirstNet’s interoperability requirements.

Public notice issue following a petition from NAB and APTS.

Cites NCTA data that major networks are offering a variety of programming with video description services.