This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters: March 20, 2021 to March 26, 2021

By |2021-03-27T22:35:22-05:00March 27th, 2021|Legal News|

Here are some of the regulatory developments of significance to broadcasters from the last week, with links to where you can go to find more information as to how these actions may affect your operations. We noted last week that updated fees for broadcast applications would take effect April 19. After clarification from the FCC,... Continue Reading…

This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters: March 20, 2021 to March 26, 2021

By |2021-03-27T22:35:22-05:00March 27th, 2021|Legal News|

Here are some of the regulatory developments of significance to broadcasters from the last week, with links to where you can go to find more information as to how these actions may affect your operations. We noted last week that updated fees for broadcast applications would take effect April 19. After clarification from the FCC,... Continue Reading…

This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters: March 20, 2021 to March 26, 2021

By |2021-03-27T22:35:22-05:00March 27th, 2021|Legal News|

Here are some of the regulatory developments of significance to broadcasters from the last week, with links to where you can go to find more information as to how these actions may affect your operations. We noted last week that updated fees for broadcast applications would take effect April 19. After clarification from the FCC,... Continue Reading…

Kansas Corporation Commission Rules on Interconnection and Porting Obligations Applicable to VoIP Services

By |2021-03-26T11:15:31-05:00March 26th, 2021|Legal News|

On March 23, 2021, the Kansas Corporation Commission (“KCC”) issued a long-awaited Order resolving jurisdictional and other issues surrounding interconnection and porting issues between Voice over Internet Protocol (“VoIP”) providers and rural local exchange carriers (“LECs”) in Kansas. VoIP providers and rural LECs in Kansas have had a long‑running and contentious battle regarding number porting...… Continue Reading

April Regulatory Dates for Broadcasters: License Renewal, Issues/Programs Lists, EEO, Webcasting Royalties and More

By |2021-03-26T09:37:26-05:00March 26th, 2021|Legal News|

After a long winter, spring has finally arrived and has brought with it more daylight and warmer temperatures—two occurrences that do not necessarily pair well with keeping up with broadcast regulatory dates and deadlines.  Here are some of the important dates coming in April.  Be sure to consult with your FCC counsel on all other... Continue Reading…

This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters:  March 13, 2021 to March 19, 2021

By |2021-03-20T17:23:07-05:00March 20th, 2021|Legal News|

Here are some of the regulatory developments of the last week of significance to broadcasters, with links to where you can go to find more information as to how these actions may affect your operations. At this week’s FCC March Open Meeting, the Commissioners unanimously adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Inquiry... Continue Reading…

This Week in Regulation for Broadcasters:  March 13, 2021 to March 19, 2021

By |2021-03-20T17:23:07-05:00March 20th, 2021|Legal News|

Here are some of the regulatory developments of the last week of significance to broadcasters, with links to where you can go to find more information as to how these actions may affect your operations. At this week’s FCC March Open Meeting, the Commissioners unanimously adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Inquiry... Continue Reading…

Final Reminder: Writing Contracts for a Post-COVID World on Tuesday, March 23

By |2021-03-19T11:17:50-05:00March 19th, 2021|Legal News|

For over a year, COVID-19 has created immeasurable change to our way of life and the global economy. By now, you have probably already heard of or dealt with contractual disputes—from advertising to insurance and many other fields—related to non-performance caused by the pandemic. While many cases are still being litigated, it is important to...… Continue Reading

Thomas F. Urban II Elected Member of Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth

By |2021-03-18T15:42:44-05:00March 18th, 2021|Legal News|

Washington, DC – The Members of telecommunications, media, and technology law firm Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth, PLC are proud to announce that they have elected Thomas F. Urban II as a Member of the Firm effective immediately.  Joining the firm in January 2020, Mr. Urban had an impactful first year with his active litigation practice,...… Continue Reading

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