What a difference a decade makes. Ten years ago, streaming was still in its infancy, mostly dominated by Netflix. For local broadcast content, consumers primarily had only two choices– subscription cable via a Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (MVPD) or free over the-air (OTA) via an antenna.Operators risked losing customers to a competitor (most likely satellite)…

This year is a “cycle year” meaning many retransmission agreements will be up for renewal. Operators will be forced to respond to unchecked retransmission fee increases and detailed agreements. As you enter into negotiations, you need to know and remember that there have been recent changes and interpretations of the rules.

October 5, 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act of 1992, and the establishment of retransmission consent. What a difference 30 years make!

Broadband Data Collection filing due by September 1, 2023. Facilities-based broadband service providers must report where the providers make mass-market Internet access service available as of June 30, 2023. Reminder: Copyright Forms and Fees Due by August 29, 2023

Special Update: Join us as we host Retransmission Consent Webinar for ACA Connects Members on June 13, 2023 at 1pm (EDT). The presentation will cover topics such as preparing for the 2023 Retransmission Consent Negotiations, New Trends and Considerations. 

FCC proposes regulatory fees for the 2023 fiscal year.   FCC amends CALEA filing requirements to include electronic filing of new and updated SSI Plans.