Newspaper/radio cross-ownership
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A 1996 FCC Notice of Inquiry indicates the agency will reexamine its waiver policy on cross-ownership of newspapers and radio stations. Previously, the FCC only granted waivers for situations meeting a four-factor test; however, since 1975, only two permanent waivers have been issued, along with a number of temporary waivers. The FCC's decision to review its policy may have been influenced by the Capital Cities/Disney deal; Congress also requested the reexamination. The FCC is seeking comments on the need for an objective waiver standard, types of media to be subject to waivers, and similar issues.
Publication Name: Broadcasting and the Law
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0161-5823
Year: 1996
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Unattended operation
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Unattended stations must meet FCC operational requirements. The agency does not need to be notified of an off-site remote control point if an automatic shutdown transmission system is used. The FCC must be notified of all other off-site control points and persons in charge. For emergencies, stations must maintain the required staff presence in their studios during business hours, even if an unattended transmitter is used. Unattended station technical monitoring guidelines, tower light monitoring, and tower painting requirements are also discussed.
Publication Name: Broadcasting and the Law
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0161-5823
Year: 1997
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Opposing an FM translator application
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Radio stations can oppose applications for translator stations that will interfere with FM frequency broadcasts. Stations should file a Petition to Deny informing the Federal Communications Commission of specific problems, such as electrical interference and audience and revenue competition. Stations that file Petitions should make certain that legal and regulative protocols are followed.
Publication Name: Broadcasting and the Law
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0161-5823
Year: 1998
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