The NAB Pulse December 14, 2009

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Biennial Ownership Reports for Commercial Broadcast Stations due January 11, 2010
Electronic Version of Form 323 Now Available
Earlier this year, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) revised its ownership report form, FCC Form 323, and the revisions were approved by Office of Management and Budget. Biennial ownership reports on the newly revised form must by filed for all commercial broadcast licensees (including LPTV licensees) by Monday, January 11, 2010. As in the past, these ownership report forms are required to be filed electronically using the FCC's Consolidated Database System (CDBS). Reports may be filed at any time between the date the form goes live in CDBS and the deadline. On December 9, the electronic version of FCC Form 323 became available in CDBS.
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ASCAP/BMI Radio Music License Committee Licenses Expire This Month
The current ASCAP/BMI (PROs) licenses of stations represented by the Radio Music License Committee (RMLC) expire on December 31, 2009. Stations that are licensed through the RMLC have four options, one of which should be exercised by year end.
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Crystal Radio Awards - Make a List, Check it Twice
As your station works to serve your community during the busy holiday season, remember to keep track of your activities for your Crystal Radio Award entry. The Crystals are given for year-round commitment to community service - don't let your efforts get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Complete information and entry guidelines can be found here.

FCC Suspends Part of New Closed Captioning Complaint Process; Adopts New Web Form
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) suspended part of a pending closed-captioning complaint process last week after it determined that the rule violated privacy rules of the Communications Act that prevent cable and satellite companies from sending personally identifiable information to third parties.
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2010 Small Market Television Exchange
After a successful layover in San Antonio for the 2009 Small Market Television Exchange, the SMTE Express has begun its tour to find the perfect city for the 2010 meeting in September. The location has not been decided, but the states that are being considered are Arizona, Alabama, Florida and Texas.
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In Brief

NAB Show Alumni Discount Offers Extended Until December 31
Our gift to you - $100 off conference and training packages, free exhibits only registration and free access to the 2009 Online Learning Center. Register with code AM02.
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DigitalVision 2010 - Get a Preview of the NAB Show
The NAB Show and NewBay Media have partnered together to launch DigitalVision 2010, a complimentary virtual trade show for digital content creation professionals. NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith will participate in a keynote session. The online event will be held Wednesday, January 20, 2010. Register by December 15 for $100 off Conference Flex Pass at the 2010 NAB Show.
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NAB Show Housing Low Rate Guarantee
Book your hotel via the NAB Show Housing Site for guaranteed lowest hotel rates during the NAB Show dates at participating hotels. NAB Housing guarantees the lowest rates available. The average hotel rate through NAB Housing is just $100, which is an average of 40 percent lower than regular published rates. Reserve now to lock in your best rate.
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Registration Open for 2010 State Leadership Conference
Online registration is open for the 2010 NAB State Leadership Conference being held March 1 - 3, 2010, at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. The conference presents a robust program, including a thorough update on the current political climate in Washington and a behind-the-scenes look at legislative issues before Congress.
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NAB Seeking Entries for 2010 International Broadcasting Excellence Awards
Entries are now being accepted for the 2010 NAB International Broadcasting Excellence Awards. The awards will be presented during the NAB Show in Las Vegas, 10-15 April 2010. Established in 1995, the International Broadcasting Excellence Awards recognize international broadcasters who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing the broadcast industry and the services they provide to their communities and audiences.
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The 2009 NAB Legal Calendar is available here.

WKRQ-FM Cincinnati, Ohio - In 2008, WKRQ challenged area schools to collect pennies for the chance to have American Idol runner-up David Archuleta come to their school. The students met the challenge and raised more than $6,000 for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. In the middle of an economic downturn, the station showed you don't need money to make a difference, by creating "The Q102 Kindness Project" which encouraged listeners and staff members alike to "pay it forward" with kind deeds.
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