NAB Pulse | August 21, 2017
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AUGUST 21, 2017

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Performance Tax

You Can Make a Difference in the Fight Against a Performance Tax

The August recess is nearing an end. Now is the time to reach out to your members of Congress to stop a performance tax. The record labels' front group – musicFIRST – continues to aggressively lobby Congress to impose a performance tax on local radio stations.

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SPECTRUM REPACKING

Educate Your Policymakers About Upcoming TV Channel Moves

With the conclusion of the recent broadcast spectrum incentive auction, nearly 1,000 TV stations that did not participate in the auction must move to new frequencies. Many legislators have very little awareness of why this is happening and how complicated and expensive this process will be.

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Don't Miss Updates on TV Station Moves

To prepare viewers and policymakers for stations' upcoming frequency moves, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) is developing numerous resources for stations, including talking points, a checklist of activities, social media posts and customizable public service announcements.

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NEXT GEN TV


Congressional Public Service Campaign

Find out how Next Gen TV is providing viewers around the country with more interactive content, new emergency alerting tools and greater mobile delivery.

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PUBLIC SERVICE


Congressional Public Service Campaign

Air NAB's Congressional PSAs and Send a Powerful Message

NAB recently distributed spots from its 2017 Congressional PSA campaign, featuring 279 members of Congress and their family members, to radio and television stations via digital distribution platform Extreme Reach. We encourage you to air the PSAs as often as possible through December 31, 2017.

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EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM


FEMA Announces the Next National EAS Test

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that the next National Emergency Alert System (EAS) test will take place on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 2:20 p.m. All broadcasters are required to participate in this test, which will be conducted in the same manner as the test conducted in September 2016.

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RADIO SHOW - SEPTEMBER 5-8, AUSTIN


Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato Headlines Radio Show's Music and Mimosas Event

Certified superstar Demi Lovato is set to headline the 2017 Radio Show's Music and Mimosas event on Friday, September 8, 2017, in Austin, Texas. The event will also include a sizzling lineup of new and emerging artists from top record labels. Music and Mimosas will sign off a great week of networking and education with radio's brightest stars. Don't miss out! Register today.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT


Networking and Employment

Are you or someone you know looking for career opportunities in radio? Join the NAB Education Foundation and Broadcast Education Association at the Radio Show Career Fair. Meet with top recruiters in the industry, find out what job openings they have and learn more about their companies. Visit nabef.org/careerfairs to register for free!

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AVAILABLE NOW


NAB Podcast

Highlights from The Radio Show Podcast will get you ready for Austin.


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Radio Show Podcast

Hear from conference speakers and get primed on hot-button issues.


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SMALL MARKET TELEVISION EXCHANGE - SEPTEMBER 14-16, DENVER


Dr. Oz

Dr. Oz is Coming to Small Market!

The NAB Small Market Television Exchange (SMTE) is the only place you can go to get proven sales and leadership ideas – presented by THE heavy-hitters in media sales training. Join your small market colleagues in Denver, September 14-16, and you will discover new tools and strategies that will elevate your station's bottom line. Register today!

Plus, join us for An Intimate Conversation with Dr. Oz, courtesy of Sony Pictures Television, Thursday, September 14, 4:30 p.m. Hear from Dr. Mehmet Oz of the eight-time Daytime Emmy award-winning syndicated daily series, "The Dr. Oz Show," as he covers topics such as elevating your sales performance by elevating your health and wellness.


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NAB SHOW NEW YORK - OCTOBER 18-19, NEW YORK CITY


Countdown to NAB Show New York

NAB Show New York is uniting the technology innovators with the content influencers in one fast-paced, high-energy showcase. Explore the dynamic, innovative solutions connecting the growing community of broadcasters and storytellers to the technology, agencies and digital platforms expanding and advancing your industry.


Grab your FREE Core Package registration with code EM03.


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NAB MEMBERSHIP


NAB Welcomes Our New Members!

Thank you to our new members for joining the fight to keep broadcasting strong. If you haven't joined your peers, contact NAB Membership now.

New Radio Members
KXFM-FM, Santa Maria, Calif.
KPDJ-FM, Calhoun, La.
KEDV-FM, Weslaco, Texas
KCKL-FM, Malakoff, Texas
KLVQ-AM, Athens, Texas
KYVY-FM, Yampa, Colo.
KEGT-FM, San Miguel, Calif.
KZAH-FM, Harper, Texas
KPER-FM, Pearsall, Texas
WJRK-FM, Mina, NY
KQBQ-FM, Meyersville, Texas
KIBQ-FM, Austwell, Texas
KBQQ-FM, Smiley, Texas
KUFA-FM, Hebbronville, Texas
KWYU-FM, Christine, Texas
WWOO-FM, Dillsboro, N.C.
KBCP-FM, Westley, Calif.

New TV Member
WPLG-TV, Pembroke Park, Fla.

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