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House Passes Legislation Permitting Legalized Cannabis Advertising

By George Winslow Published

The NAB has applauded the vote, which would allow broadcasters to accept pot advertising

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Bipartisan Telecom Workforce Bill Introduced in the House

By Michael Balderston Published

A Senate version of the bill was previously announced

Regulatory & Legal
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Congress Votes to Increase Diversity in Media Ownership

By Michael Balderston Published

Congress pledges to work with the media on developing solutions to eliminate barriers.

Standards
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House Approves Bill Bringing EAS to Streaming

By Michael Balderston Published

One of three communication-related bills passed

Standards
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US Broadcasting Chief Pack Skips Congressional Hearing

By Michael Balderston Published

Michael Pack was subpoenaed to discuss recent firings at state-run media organizations

Broadcast
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Bipartisan Effort Pushes for Local Media Support

By Michael Balderston Published

House members call on colleagues, President Trump, to support local media during pandemic

Regulatory & Legal
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House Approves CPB Increase in Fundings for FY2022

By Michael Balderston Published

$495 million budget is first increase in 10 years.

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House Passes IPAWS Update

By Michael Balderston Published

The House of Representatives have passed S.1180, the Integrated Public Alert and Warning Systems Modernization Act of 2015.

Regulatory & Legal
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House Approves Bill Requiring Good Faith Retrans Talks

By Michael Balderston Published

Bipartisan Television Viewer Protection Act now moves on to the Senate.

Legislation