Today, WTA filed comments with the FCC regarding authorization for local broadcast stations to launch broadcasts in the new ATSC 3.0 broadcast standard. As broadcast stations begin to launch Next Generation TV broadcasts, small MVPDs may be required to undertake … Continue reading “WTA Asks FCC To Protect Small MVPDs In Next Generation TV Transition”
Today, in response to an inquiry from the FCC about eliminating outdated and unnecessary rules and regulations, WTA filed comments recommending the elimination of particular duplicative or redundant portions of Form 481, the elimination of the “parent-trap” rule, the reduction … Continue reading “WTA Files Comments to Reduce Regulatory Burdens”
On May 2, representative from WTA and NTCA met with staff from FCC Chairman Pai’s office. They discussed a list of issues identified in prior meetings that can and should be addressed to ensure that high-cost USF regulation will function … Continue reading “WTA and NTCA Meet with Chairman Pai’s Office to Discuss USF Reform”
On April 27, representative from WTA and NTCA met with legal advisors to FCC Commissioners Mignon Clyburn and Mike O’Rielly. They discussed a list of issues identified in prior meetings that can and should be addressed to ensure that high-cost … Continue reading “WTA and NTCA Meet with Offices of Commissioners O’Rielly and Clyburn”
Today, WTA submitted reply comments in support of the FCC’s proposal to continue to extend the existing freeze of the Part 36 category relationships and jurisdictional cost allocation factors applicable to ILECs.… Continue reading “WTA Supports Continued Freeze of Part 36”
Today, WTA filed comments in support of Cordova Wireless’ petition for temporary waiver of the indoor location accuracy and related Phase II E-911 service and reporting requirements of Section 20.18(i) of the Commission’s Rules.… Continue reading “WTA Supports Cordova Wireless’ Petition for Waiver”
On March 29, representatives from WTA and one of its member companies met with staff from the offices of Commissioners Clyburn and O’Rielly. In both meetings, WTA discussed:
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