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  • 1,000 Students and Teachers to Attend 8th Annual BASH Awards

    On May 22, 2025, over 1,000 students and teachers from more than 50 high schools will gather at Hofstra University for the 8th Annual BASH Awards and Learning Conference, running from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. What began in 2017 with just 9 schools and 150 students at Southold High School has grown into the largest student broadcast gathering in the tri-state metropolitan area. The Broadcast Alliance for Senior High (BASH), founded in 2024, is an all-volunteer organization that coordinates the event. This year, BASH is partnering with Island Harvest to collect nonperishable food donations brought by all attendees, and the release of a winning video created by high school students to explore the issue of food insecurity in their community. Participants will engage in over 20 professional workshops on media, journalism, and broadcasting. The day begins with a poster session where 13 schools present their broadcast program highlights, followed by two workshop sessions featuring both industry professionals and student-led presentations. More than 200 video submissions were evaluated by experienced professionals, culminating in a red carpet awards ceremony recognizing outstanding student work. “The focus on student engagement and opportunities to network is a major priority of the BASH Awards and Learning Conference,” said Dr. Matt Coleman, a member of the organizing committee. BASH continues to expand its reach, with new participating schools from New York City and Westchester County. “It’s great to see that our schools have access to this free event,” said Kate Mathews, a steering Committee member. “It promotes media arts as a way for students to enhance communication skills and use their creative talents collaboratively.” About BASH The Broadcast Alliance for Senior High (BASH) is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to supporting and celebrating student broadcast journalism. Through BASH, the group fosters educational experiences and professional development for high school students and teachers across the region. The event is sponsored by The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University, ABC 7, Newsday, and Broadfield Distributing, with other contributors including The Southold School Educational Foundation, Ms. Shannon Coggin,s and a matching gift from Hearst Television. Media Contact: David Gamberg President, Broadcast Alliance for Senior High (BASH), Inc. david@broadcastalliance.org (631) 806-6437 View the BASH website here .

  • Court of Appeals: FCC Lacks Authority to Enact Annual EEO Report Form 395B

    As we have reported on several occasions, more than 20 years ago, the Courts found that using data from the Annual EEO Form 395B was unconstitutional. The old form required detailed information regarding the race, gender and ethnicity of a station’s workforce. As a result, the FCC stopped requiring stations to report data on an annual basis. Last year, the FCC reinstated EEO Form 395B and tried to get around the prior court decision. Instead of using the detailed workforce data for enforcement, the FCC created a new rule requiring a station to make its workforce data public. The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals just struck down the regulation, ruling that the FCC lacked the authority to enact these rules. Importantly, it concluded that the “public Interest standard” was not enough to give the FCC statutory authority to enact this rule: "The FCC undoubtedly has broad authority to act in the public interest. That authority, however, must be linked “to a distinct grant of authority” contained in its statutes. ... The FCC has not shown that it is authorized to require broadcasters to file employment demographics data or to analyze industry employment trends, so it cannot fall back on “public interest” to fill the gap. ... Accordingly, the FCC lacks statutory authority to require broadcasters to disclose Form 395-B in the public-interest provisions that it cites." Form 395B would have imposed significant burdens on stations to collect the data. It also forced stations to make employment information, including sensitive gender information, public. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr issued the following statement on “X.” “An appellate court just struck down the Biden FCC’s 2024 decision to force broadcasters to post race and gender scorecards. As I said in my dissent back then, the FCC’s 2024 decision was an unlawful effort to pressure businesses into discriminating based on race & gender.” We do not expect the rule to be appealed or reinstated. Importantly, this decision applies only to the FCC’s data collection, publication requirements, and issues related to Form 395B. It did not strike down the FCC’s underlying EEO rules. Those rules remain in place. You can see our previous stories on Form 395B here . A copy of the court’s decision can be found here .

  • FCC Takes Action on Tower Lighting in New York

    There has been a mistaken belief that the FCC’s regional enforcement offices are not going out into the field to examine stations.  This is simply incorrect.  The FCC’s Region 1 Enforcement Bureau has been very active.  For example, they are actively taking enforcement actions against illegal pirate radio operations. Importantly, the FCC is looking at stations’ facilities, especially tower lighting.  In the past few months, it has issued two Notices of Violation against tower operators in New York.  The FCC’s rules are clear: 47 CFR § 17.57: “The owner of an antenna structure for which an Antenna Structure Registration Number has been obtained must notify the Commission within 5 days of completion of construction (FCC Form 854-R) and/or dismantlement (FCC Form 854).  The owner must also notify the Commission within 5 days of any change in structure height or change in ownership information (FCC Form 854).” Failing to meet FCC tower lighting rules is serious.  The last thing a station needs is to have an aircraft collide with its tower because it is not properly lit. MAKE SURE YOUR TOWER MEETS FCC TOWER LIGHTING REGULATIONS. You can see the FCC’s Notice of Violation for a tower in Pomona, NY, here . You can see the FCC’s Notice of Violation for a tower in Utica, NY, here .

  • 10-Minute Trainer Webinar - Elevating Your Questions on May 28th @ 3:00 PM EST

    Join us on May 28th at 2 PM CST for Elevating Your Questions with Erik Therwanger on the Ten-Minute Trainer Network! In this sales-focused session, Erik will reveal how asking the right questions can unlock new opportunities, deepen client relationships, and drive greater success. Don’t miss this chance to refine your approach and take your sales conversations to the next level! This is free for NYSBA members in good standing. Click here to register.

  • A Bronx Tale – FCC Finds Yet Another Pirate

    FCC’s Region 1 of the Enforcement Bureau continued its work in the New York City Metro area.  Once again, it located another illegal pirate radio station in the Bronx.  The Commission reached out to the owner of the property with a Notice of Unlicensed Operation: The New York Office of the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Enforcement Bureau is investigating a complaint about an unlicensed FM broadcast station operating on frequency 102.1 MHz.  On November 14, 2024, and January 22, 2025, agents from the New York Office confirmed by direction finding techniques that radio signals on frequency 102.1 MHz were emanating from the property at 829 Adee Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467 (Property).  Publicly available records identify 829 Adee Ave H D F as the owner of the Property, and further investigation identified Midas Property Management as the site’s property manager.  The FCC’s records show no license issued for operation of a radio broadcast station on 102.1 MHz at this location. The FCC’s Notice stated that the property manager and owner could be liable for more than $2 million in fines.  It also required the property owner to disclose the name of the illegal pirate operator.  A special thank you to the people who work in Region 1 of the FCC’s Enforcement Bureau.  You can see the Enforcement Bureau’s Notice here .

  • Rep. Stefanik Cosponsors Local Radio Freedom Act

    Rep. Elise Stefanik (R. NY 21) is now a cosponsor for the Local Radio Freedom Act (H.Con.Res 12). She supported the legislation during the last session of Congress.   The Local Radio Freedom Act is a legislative vehicle to register Congress’s intent not to pass legislation imposing a performance fee on local radio stations.  The Congressional resolution continues to gain support.    So far, in the House of Representatives, the Local Radio Freedom Act (H. Con. Res. 12) has 159 co-sponsors in the House of Representatives.  In the Senate (S. Res. 8) has 24 co-sponsors.   In addition to Rep. Stefanik, this bipartisan support includes the following members of the NY Congressional delegation. Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]         Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4]  Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26]             Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]   Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23]     Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]         Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]     Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]          You can access a copy of the Local Radio Freedom Act (H.Con.Res. 12) here .

  • Governor’s Budget: Media Jobs Tax Credit & No Advertising Taxes

    We finally have a budget bill in New York. The following highlights the sections of the recently passed Governor’s budget that will have an impact on local broadcasting. No Advertising or Digital Taxes : There were no advertising or digital advertising taxes in the budget.  Although digital tax legislation has been introduced.  This will become an issue as New York looks for revenue to make up for cuts in federal grants. Media Jobs Tax Credit:  Last year, we lobbied successfully for a media jobs tax credit to help support local broadcast journalism.  Under the program, a station may obtain a $5000 tax credit per year for every new employee hired by the station.  For existing employees, a station may obtain a tax credit amounting to 50% of an employee’s salary up to $50,000.  In other words, a station may obtain a maximum credit for existing employees, which would be $25,000 per employee.  A station may earn up to $300,000 in tax credits per year. The station must be licensed to communities located in New York State. Unfortunately, stations owned by publicly traded companies remain excluded from participating in the tax credit program.  Our request to allow publicly traded broadcast companies to participate in the media jobs tax credit program was not accepted.  Only privately held broadcast stations may participate in the tax credit program.  This means most TV stations and many radio stations will not be eligible for the tax credit program.  We will continue to press this issue.    We were able to obtain language clarifying that a broadcast owner with stations in different markets may obtain a tax credit for stations serving separate markets.  Even if an owner files a single tax return, it can obtain credits for more than one station provided the station serves a separate geographic market.  Thus, if you own stations in Rochester, Syracuse, and New York, you can obtain a tax credit for one station in each market.   We are working through the details of the budget language this week.  The tax credits will not begin until Empire State Development adopts rules.  We will be working with Empire State Development to help craft the rules that will govern the tax credit.  NYC Metro Increase in the Payroll Mobility Tax: This applies to businesses located in the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District.  (New York City Metro area.) The enacted budget increases the Payroll Mobility Tax on businesses with annualized payrolls above $10 million, cuts the tax for businesses with payrolls under $1.75 million, and exempts local governments and community colleges outside of New York City.  Businesses in New York City (Zone 1) with payrolls above $10 million will see an increase from .6% to .895%.  Businesses in the counties of Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester (Zone 2) with payrolls above $10 million will see an increase from .34% to .635%.

  • Follow Us on TikTok!

    The New York State Broadcasters Association has officially joined TikTok! We will be posting weekly videos from our broadcasting career outreach campaign, and other content that's relevant to our members. Follow us across all social media platforms @nysbroadcasters for updates on all things NYSBA! TikTok Instagram X LinkedIn Facebook

  • Celebrate Your Community Service: Submit “Serving New York”

    Every year, NYSBA celebrates local broadcasters’ commitment to serving their communities.  We also honor the public service groups that work with local stations to improve the quality of life in communities throughout the Empire State.  We recognize commercial, non-commercial, and college stations for their efforts.  Honorees receive the famous NYSBA Crystal Bowl.   To receive recognition at the luncheon for your community service, stations should: Submit a brief paragraph describing the campaign The campaign may be on the air (PSA) or an off-air project Submit only one  campaign per station It may be a digital or traditional broadcast Events or broadcasts that have occurred between September 1, 2024, and August 29, 2025 Provide the name of the public service group with which you worked Provide a station logo and the logo of the group you worked with Submit any photos from the event No need to submit video or audio tape Provide the names of individuals attending the luncheon Stations must be present at the luncheon to receive a Serving New York Recognition   Stations are encouraged to invite a public interest group with whom they worked during the past year. Representatives from the public interest groups will also be recognized at the luncheon.   Note that the Serving New York Recognition is differen t from the Excellence in Broadcasting Awards.  If you receive an Excellence in Broadcasting Award for a PSA campaign, please do not submit the same campaign for a serving New York Award.  You may submit a different campaign for the Serving New York Award.   However, we will present both awards at the same luncheon.  Luncheons will be held this fall in Buffalo, Rochester, Binghamton, Syracuse, Albany, Long Island, and New York City.   THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS August 29, 2025   Click here to submit your entry!

  • Commissioner Simington and His New Chief of Staff, Gavin Wax, Turn Up the Volume

    A few weeks ago, FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington appointed Gavin Wax as his new chief of staff.  Mr. Wax is no stranger to New York, as he serves as the Chairman of the New York Young Republican Club, the oldest and largest Young Republican organization in the United States. There is no doubt they want to have an impact on FCC decision-making.  Last week, they published an editorial in the National Pulse  that took aim at the networks and argued to cap “reverse retransmission consent fees at 30%."  They noted: “Make no mistake: this is a fight for the soul of the American media.  National networks have shown they cannot be trusted.  They’ve censored stories, smeared dissenters, and openly campaigned against conservative candidates.  The only remaining check on their power is at the local level, and even that is slipping away under the weight of retransmission extortion. If we want a media that informs instead of indoctrinates and represents communities instead of manipulating them, we must go upstream to the funding model.  Capping reverse retransmission fees is the cornerstone of that effort.  And if the networks try to make an end-run by demanding an unfair cut in ad sales, restricting available airtime for local news and weather, or prohibiting broadcasters from trying to reach new audiences through alternative distribution channels, then the FCC should be prepared to step in and stop it.” More recently, they published an article in the Daily Caller regarding DOGE-style reforms at the FCC.  They argued for greater efficiencies in the regulatory process and the need to reduce the size of the Media Bureau. “The Media Bureau remains significantly overstaffed relative to its current responsibilities.  Much of its work is concentrated on regulating traditional broadcast media—specifically, over-the-air television and radio—a sector that continues to contract in relevance. Meanwhile, the dominant forces in today’s media ecosystem—streaming platforms and digital content providers—operate with minimal oversight from the FCC.  This mismatch has fueled both regulatory overreach and unnecessary friction with industry participants.” It is apparent that Commissioner Simington will play a strong role in shaping the FCC’s agenda.  With FCC Chairman Carr, we can expect to see significant changes in how broadcasting is regulated.  A number of these reforms, such as modifying the broadcast ownership rules and reducing paperwork burdens on stations, are long overdue.    You can see their editorial in the National Pulse here . You can see the article in the Daily Caller here .

  • FCC Goes After Pirate in Queens on 91.9 FM

    The FCC continues to go after unlicensed pirate radio stations in the New York City Metro area.  This time, it informed the property owner about a pirate radio station operating in Springfield Gardens, Queens.  According to the FCC: “The New York Office of the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Enforcement Bureau is investigating a complaint about an unlicensed FM broadcast station operating on frequency 91.9 MHz.  On January 16, 2025, agents from the New York Office confirmed by direction finding techniques that radio signals on frequency 91.9 MHz were emanating from the prope1ty at 225th Street, Springfield Gardens, New York 11413 (Property).  Publicly available records identify North Shore Financial I, Inc. as the owner of the Property.  The FCC's records show no license issued for operation of a radio broadcast station on 91.9 MHz at this location.” Consistent with recent practice, the FCC’s Notice was sent to the property owner.  Under the PIRATE Act, property owners may be fined more than $2 million if they knowingly allow an illegal radio station to operate on their property.   The FCC is giving property owners 10 days to respond.  Importantly, the FCC is now asking property owners to provide the Commission with the name of the illegal pirate operator. “You have ten (10) business days from the date of this Notice to respond by providing evidence that you are no longer permitting pirate radio broadcasting to occur at the Property.  In addition, we request that you identify the individual(s) engaged in pirate radio broadcasting on the property that you own or manage. Your response should be sent to the address in the letterhead and reference the listed case number.  Under the Privacy Act of 1974,8 we are informing you that the FCC’s staff will use all relevant material information before it to determine what, if any, enforcement action is required to ensure your compliance with the FCC’s rules.  This will include any information that you disclose in your reply.” We applaud the FCC’s continued efforts to enforce against illegal pirate radio operations.  Requiring property owners to name the pirate operator is a step in the right direction.  Thank you, FCC. You can see the Enforcement Bureau’s Notice here .

  • Rep. Espaillat Cosponsors AM For Every Vehicle Bill

    A special thank you to Congressman Adriano Espaillat, who has signed as a cosponsor on the AM Radio For Every Vehicle Act (H.R. 979).  The total number of cosponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives now stands at 160 members.  The Senate bill, S.315, has 59 cosponsors.  The following NY members of Congress have signed up to co-sponsor the legislation: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]     Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]               Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4]   Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]    Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23]      Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19]      Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]      Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]      Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]         Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7] The legislation prevents automakers from eliminating AM receivers from automobile dashboards.  We will continue to push to get more members of the New York delegation to sign on to the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act (H.R. 979). You can find more information about the legislation here .

  • Executive Order Issued to End Direct and Indirect NPR and PBS Funding

    President Donald Trump has issued an Executive Order preventing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting from funding NPR and PBS.  The Executive order noted that CPB’s governing statute required impartiality and “that neither entity presents a fair, accurate, or unbiased portrayal of current events to taxpaying citizens.”  Of course, PBS, NPR, and CPB strongly disagree with this characterization. Importantly, the Executive Order prohibits local stations from using CPB funds to acquire NPR or PBS content.  Thus, the order prohibits indirect funding of PBS and NPR by local stations: “The CPB Board shall cease indirect funding to NPR and PBS, including by ensuring that licensees and permittees of public radio and television stations, as well as any other recipients of CPB funds, do not use Federal funds for NPR and PBS.  To effectuate this directive, the CPB Board shall, before June 30, 2025, revise the 2025 Television Community Service Grants General Provisions and Eligibility Criteria and the 2025 Radio Community Service Grants General Provisions and Eligibility Criteria to prohibit direct or indirect funding of NPR and PBS.  To the extent permitted by the 2024 Television Community Service Grants General Provisions and Eligibility Criteria, the 2024 Radio Community Service Grants General Provisions and Eligibility Criteria, and applicable law, the CPB Board shall also prohibit parties subject to these provisions from funding NPR or PBS after the date of this order.  In addition, the CPB Board shall take all other necessary steps to minimize or eliminate its indirect funding of NPR and PBS.” In addition, the Executive Order states that “The head of all agencies shall identify and terminate, to the maximum extent consistent with applicable law, any direct or indirect funding of NPR and PBS." Local public TV stations are represented in Washington by the group America's Public Television Stations.  In response to the Executive Order, its President and CEO, Kate Riley, stated: “America’s Public Television Stations are deeply concerned by the executive order seeking to prohibit federal funding for PBS and NPR, and limit local stations’ ability to make local decisions responsive to their communities.  This order defies the will of the American people and would devastate the public safety, educational and local service missions of public media – services that the American public values, trusts and relies on every day." Obviously, this is a dramatic shift in communications policy.  The political and legal battles over this issue have already commenced.  You can see the Executive Order here . You can see the statement from American Public Television Stations here .

  • Brooklyn Property Owner Warned about Pirate Station on 88.7 FM

    The FCC continues to look at owners who allow illegal pirate radio stations to operate on their property.  The most recent case involved a pirate operating on 88.7 FM in Brooklyn.  According to the Commission: “The New York Office of the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Enforcement Bureau is investigating a complaint about an unlicensed FM broadcast station operating on frequency 88.7 MHz.  On October 8, 2024, agents from the New York Office confirmed by direction finding techniques that radio signals on frequency 88.7 MHz were emanating from the property at 1917 Coney Island Ave., Brooklyn, New York 11230 (Property).  Publicly available records identify Z and N Enterprises Corporation as the owners of the Property.  The FCC’s records show no license issued for operation of a radio broadcast station on 88.7 MHz at this location.” The FCC informed the property owner that it could be liable for up to $2.4 million in fines if it “continued to permit any individual or entity to engage in pirate radio broadcasting from the property that you own or manage.” Once again, we applaud the FCC’s actions to eliminate illegal pirate radio stations.  Keep up the good work!  You can see the FCC's notice here .

  • Radio: Still Tops for Listening

    A recent study cited by Inside Radio  noted that radio remains a top media platform.  According to Harker Bos Group’s “The State of Media 2025” report: “The study finds that 76% of adults say they listen to AM/FM radio, putting it in “the top half of media platforms for overall use,” the report says.  It finds radio’s reach “remarkably stable” among the 35-54 and 55+ age groups (82% for the latter) — and among multicultural audiences and homeowners — while still making a “solid showing” among adults 18-34 (69%). “State of Media” reports that for nearly three in four listeners (72%), radio’s the first choice while driving.  “This in-car dominance means local traffic, weather, and real-time updates are still sticky features, and great ad vehicles too,” it says.” The study was based on a survey conducted among nearly 1,100 adults 18+ between February and April 2025.  Bottom line , radio is doing fine and not going anywhere. You can see the full analysis in Inside Radio here .

  • NAB Marconi Awards Portal Open

    The 2025 NAB Marconi Radio Awards nomination period is now open through May 31st . Stations must be an NAB member to enter.   Stations are encouraged to submit entries in all eligible categories, including Station of the Year (by market size and format), On-Air Personality of the Year, College Radio Station of the Year, and more.   Winners will be honored at a special awards dinner on Tuesday, October 21, at The Edison Ballroom in New York City, ahead of NAB Show New York (October 22–23).   More details and the entry portal are available here .   For questions about eligibility, membership, or the submission process, stations can contact Tobi Hall at thall@nab.org .

  • Radio: Resurgence in the Office

    A recent article in Inside Radio referenced an analysis conducted by Ray Borelli, SVP, Research & Insights, for Audacy.  The analysis looked at data from Edison Research’s "Share of Ear."  It found that radio listening has come back in the office and remains dominant in cars.  The analysis concluded: “The resurgence of AM/FM listening at work (63% among ad-supported sources, up from 53% in 1Q 2024) combined with AM/FM’s dominance in the car (a whopping 84% of ad-supported listening) reinforces radio’s unique ability to reach consumers when they are closest to the point of purchase.  Radio provides a valuable opportunity for marketers to engage with office workers throughout their day, from the morning drive, at the office, to the evening commute. Think about the listener who hears an ad for an appliance store sale or the latest deal at their favorite quick-serve restaurant while at work. They are going to be more likely to search online or stop by on their way home.” Of course, radio remains the dominant ad-supported choice in automobiles.  “AM/FM radio remains the dominant ad-supported listening choice across all locations, not just at the office and in the car. According to Edison, 66% of U.S. adults listen to broadcast or streaming AM/FM radio daily. AM/FM is #1 across all key demographic groups, including Gen Z and Millennials, demonstrating radio’s resiliency in an ever-changing media landscape.”  Bottom line, radio is clearly benefiting from more and more workers returning to the office.     You can see the analysis from Audacy’s Ray Borelli here .   You can see the article from Inside Radio here .

  • NYSBA Files to Relax Radio Ownership Rules

    Yesterday, NYSBA filed additional comments in the FCC’s “Delete, Delete, Delete” proceeding.  While supporting comments were filed previously by NAB and the State Broadcasting Associations, NYSBA focused on the need to change existing broadcast ownership rules.   We supported the NAB’s position regarding the elimination of the FCC’s national TV ownership rules.  The rules were adopted in the 1990s, long before competition from digital platforms.  There is simply no need for national ownership caps.   While we supported NAB’s position to eliminate the local radio ownership rules in the smallest radio markets, we believe this should extend to all radio markets.  The latest version of the local radio ownership rules were enacted in 1996, long before there was any competition from digital platforms.  The fundamental change in the marketplace applies to all radio markets.  Accordingly, we noted: “Given these concerns, NYSBA supports NAB’s proposal to eliminate the local radio ownership rules for markets 75 and above.  For the reasons stated below, NYSBA believes the FCC should go further and eliminate the local radio ownership rules not just for the smallest markets, but in all radio markets.  New York is uniquely situated to address this issue as it has both very large and very small radio markets.”  Of course, we recognize that the FCC must consider the unique aspects of both AM and FM radio. AM radio serves as the foundation for the Emergency Alert System.  The power levels assigned to various classes of FM stations mean that it is a very local service.   The same is true for AM, which included very localized AM daytime stations.   Importantly, the “Delete, Delete, Delete" proceeding simply sets the table for subsequent FCC rulemakings.  Thus, the FCC will have to start a future rulemaking to consider both the TV and radio ownership rules.  Nonetheless, we believe it was necessary to place the issue of radio ownership deregulation on the table.   You can see NYSBA’s comments here .

  • FCC Application Fees to Increase Starting May 23rd 

    In January, the FCC announced that it would be increasing its application fees.  The increase is set to reflect changes due to inflation.  The fees will increase by an average of 17.4 percent and go into effect on May 23rd.   The fee increase is not  the annual fee paid by broadcasters.  Rather, it applies to applications such as license renewals, assignments and transfers of control requests of a special temporary authority, and biennial ownership reports.  The fee increases apply to non-broadcast applications as well.   At the time, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr stated that it would be burdensome on entities filing applications. However, a statute requires the FCC to increase fees to reflect inflation.   You can see the FCC’s Public Notice here .   You can see the FCC’s decision to increase fees here .   You can find a good discussion of the issue by noted communications attorney David Oxenford here .

  • LBS Webinar: How to Create an Unforgettable Presentation for Your Local Client - May 13 @ Noon EST

    Join us for an engaging session with the ever-popular Paul Weyland! Paul will share his insights on crafting the best presentation your local client has never seen! Discover how to effectively sell a long-term advertising schedule by developing unique ideas that stand out from your competitors' approach. We will cover: Formulating Creative Ideas:  Learn how to brainstorm and shape compelling concepts. Securing Appointments with Decision Makers: Get tips on successfully connecting with key people. Crafting a One-Page Proposal:  Discover the secrets to writing a proposal that captures your client's attention. Transforming Your Proposal into a Presentation:  Understand the elements that make a presentation resonate. As always, Paul will be available to answer your questions after the presentation. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your client presentations to the next level! Paul Weyland works with local radio and television stations across the country. He’s constantly dealing with local direct clients. You’ll come away from the session fresh with great ideas that you can go out and pitch immediately. And since this is a Paul Weyland session, you can expect to be thoroughly entertained as you learn and professionally grow. This webinar is free for NYSBA members in good standing. Click here to register!

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