FCC and Congress Look for New Frequency Bands for Expanded WiFi Use
James S. Blitz of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Recent interest in unlicensed wireless operations using the 802.11 standard, often called "WiFi," has led both the FCC and Congress to identify additional spectrum where WiFi operations might be possible. The FCC recently issued a Notice of Inquiry (NOI) proposing two bands - including the one currently used for over-the-air television broadcasting - where unlicensed operations could be permitted.
Commission Rulemaking on Duopoly, LMAs and Other Issues
Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
In November 1996, the FCC released Notices of Proposed Rulemaking addressing a number of local ownership and attribution issues of critical significance to broadcasters.
Commission to Vote on DTV
Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
As of this writing, the FCC is expected to adopt digital television ("DTV") service rules and .
New Requirements Concerning Children's Programming: A Reminder of Broadcasters' Obligations
Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
NEW REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING: A REMINDER OF BROADCASTERS' OBLIGATIONS .
Broadcast Ownership Rules
Federal Communications Commission
The Federal Communication Commission's biennial review of broadcast ownership rules.