Pols Back Satellite EAS

Almost two dozen legislators have written to FCC Chairman Kevin Martin to ask that satellite radio be required to deliver emergency information to its subscribers. The FCC has an open proceeding into proposed changes to its Emergency Alert System, including applying it to digital TV stations as well as analog. Chairman Martin is hoping to unveil new EAS proposals this month.
[SOURCE: Broadcasting&Cable, AUTHOR: John Eggerton]
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