Author: Jordan
FCC issues NPRM for AM revitalization plan
On October 31, 2013 the Federal Communications Commission released a much anticipated Notice for Proposed Rule Making regarding the "Revitalization of the AM Radio Service".
The NPRM includes many changes that AM owners have... Read More.
MA broadcasters Testify on Media Shield and Radio Piracy Bills
On September 25 a group of Massachusetts broadcasters were on Beacon Hill to testify in favor of two bills in front of the Joint Committee on the Judiciary – H. 1553 commonly known as the “Free Flow of Information Act” or Media Shield law... Read More.
AM radio a major focus of NAB/RAB Radio Show
AM radio broadcasters took a front seat at the joint National Association of Broadcasters and Radio Advertising Bureau Radio Show in Orlando, Florida last month. The week’s events included a very informative panel... Read More.
NAB releases statment following Rep. Eshoo’s draft bill on retrans
National Association of Broadcasters President and CEO Gordon Smith released a statement yesterday regarding Representative Anna Eschoo's (D-CA) draft bill on retransmission consent rules titled "The Video CHOICE (Consumers Have Options in... Read More.
FCC release: Payment Methods and Procedures For Fiscal Year 2013 Regulatory Fees
The Federal Communications Comission has released a guideline to filing your 2013 regulatory fees. The release features links to the necessary web pages. Regulatory fee payments must be RECEIVED by the Commission no later than 11:59... Read More.
NJ broadcasters offers Miss America pageant to MBA stations
Dave Coskey, President of Longport Media in New Jersey is offering the chance to simulcast the Miss America pageant on your station for free. All he asks... Read More.
NEFAC accepting applications for First Ammendment Institute
CONTACT Rose Cavanagh | 401.331.7209 | rosecavanagh.nefac@gmail.com
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Twenty-five of New England’s most promising journalists will learn the latest investigative and database reporting techniques and public records access skills from some of the country’s... Read More.
MBA participates in joint filing regarding FCC indecency proceeding
On Monday, July 22, the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association joined with 45 other State Broadcasters Associations in filing Joint Reply Comments in the FCC’s Indecency Proceeding. Our approach was to identify for the Commission specific actions... Read More.
Entry window for 2013 MBA Broadcasting Awards now open!
The window to submit your station's work for the MBA Broadcasting Awards on November 14th is officially open! Last year we had a great start in our return to awarding the best of Massachusetts... Read More.
Equipment seizure small victory in fight over piracy
In late May the U.S. Attorney’s office announced that they had seized equipment from a pirate radio station operating in Roslindale, MA. At least one licensed broadcaster had complained to the Federal Communications... Read More.
