The results are in from the FCC’s National EAS test that was conducted last September. Unfortunately, the FCC does not break down the data state-by-state. As a general rule, New York performs above the national average. Overall performance was good. Nonetheless, performance was down from 2016. The results for the 2017 nationwide test are summarized as follows: The FCC Public …
TV Repacking – FCC to Conduct On Site Audits for Baseline Equipment for Stations Receiving Reimbursement
Last Friday, the FCC announced that it will be making audits of stations that have sought reimbursement for repacking costs. It determined “that audits, data validations, and site visits” are essential tools in preventing waste, fraud, and abuse. Under the FCC rules, “a third-party audit firm may conduct audits of entities receiving disbursements from the Reimbursement Fund, and these audits …
FCC Kicks Off TV Spectrum Auction Proceeding
FCC launches proceeding to conduct “inventive” TV spectrum auctions and repacking rules. FCC looks to hold auctions in 2014. New York TV stations affected. Click HERE to learn more.