Federal Appeals Court Swats Down FCC's Indecency Rule
A three judge panel today struck down the FCC's indecency rule on the grounds that it creates "a chilling effect" in violation of the First Amendment. While it's likely this issue will escalate to the Supreme Court, the ruling is nonetheless seen as a major victory for broadcasters.
MusicFIRST trots out a Monkee to ramp up performance tax support
MusicFIRST coalition, the group pushing to levy a performance tax on local radio stations, today brought up to Capitol Hill Micky Dolenz of The Monkees.
MusicFIRST uses a Monkee to ramp up performance tax support
MusicFIRST coalition, the group looking for force a performance tax on local radio stations, today brought to Capitol Hill Micky Dolenz of The Monkees for an event designed to increase support for the Performance Rights Act.
FCC releases Public Notice reminding stations of their visual display obligations
The FCC yesterday released a reminder regarding video programming distributor's obligation to make emergency information accessible to persons with hearing or vision disabilities.