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Universal Service Support Mechanisms
May 24, 2011
Background The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Congress recognize that telephone...
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The FCC and Freedom of Speech
May 24, 2011
Background The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) receives numerous complaints that...
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Universal Service Program for Rural Health Care Providers
May 24, 2011
Background The Rural Health Care program supports health care providers serving rural communities...
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DTV and Over-the-Air Viewers Along U.S. Borders
May 24, 2011
Background The digital television (DTV) transition refers to the switch from analog to digital...
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The FCC's Payola Rules
May 24, 2011
Background Federal law and FCC rules require that employees of broadcast stations, program...
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DTV Transition and LPTV - Class A - Translator Stations
May 24, 2011
Background The FCC has established September 1, 2015 date for the termination of all analog low...
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Amber Plan (America's Missing Broadcast Emergency Response)
May 23, 2011
Background The AMBER Plan, a feature of the Emergency Alert System (EAS), aids in the rescue of...
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Ten-Digit Numbering and 911 Calls for Internet-Based TRS: What They Mean for Users
May 23, 2011
Background Since December 31, 2008, persons with hearing and/or speech disabilities who use...
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Ten-Digit Numbering and Emergency Call Handling Procedures for Internet-Based TRS
May 23, 2011
Background Since December 31, 2008, persons with hearing and speech disabilities using Video...
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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
May 23, 2011
Background Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) is a telephone service that allows persons with...
