TAB urges broadcasters to file localism comments

The FCC on Thursday extended the comment deadlines for its localism proceeding.

The extension comes in response to comments by TAB, 47 other state broadcast associations and the NAB.

Comments now are due April 28 and reply comments are due June 11.

The proposed rules would require stations to convene community advisory boards to help determine public-interest programming, and even mandate the types and amount of local programming provided, among many other proposals.

All broadcasters are encouraged to file comments on the FCC's notice of proposed rulemaking on localism.

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