📺FCC Announces Phased Resumption of Applications for TV Stations
Media Bureau Announces a Phased Resumption of First-Come, First-Served Processing of Applications for Major Changes for Class A, LPTV and TV Translator Stations and Applications for New LPTV and TV Translator Stations
Summary
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission's Media Bureau (Bureau) announces that beginning 11:59 p.m. ET, September 3, 2025, the Commission is initiating a phased process to lift the current freeze on major changes for Class A television, low power television (LPTV), and television (TV) translator stations, in its entirety, and permitting the filing of applications for new LPTV and TV translator stations. Outlined in this document are the dates relating to the phased process and procedures that applicants must follow when filing during these opportunities.
Agencies
- Federal Communications Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The FCC is lifting the freeze on applications for changes and new stations, creating opportunities for Class A, LPTV, and TV translator stations and imposing filing requirements and fees, which directly affect business operations and financial planning in the broadcasting sector.