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.
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Deadlines Set for Comment on Requests for Reconsideration of Form 323 "FRN" Requirement
This summer, NAB and other broadcaster organizations and attorneys filed comments on the FCC's planned changes to Form 323 (the ownership reporting form). In an initial round of comments submitted before a draft form was made available, NAB explained that meaningful input was not possible without further detail or an actual draft.
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AWRT and Dove Announce New Campaign
American Women in Radio and Television (AWRT) has partnered with the Dove Campaign for Real Beauty since its inception in 2004. As part of the Campaign for Real Beauty, the Dove Self-Esteem Fund (DSEF) was established as an agent of change to inspire and educate girls and young women about a wider definition of beauty. The DSEF is committed to help girls build positive self-esteem and a healthy body image, with a goal of reaching 5 million girls globally by 2010. It has already reached 3.9 million young women. AWTR and the Dove Campaign for Real Beauty are now delighted to embark on a new initiative between the two organizations that will further the impact of positive thinking in young girls today.
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NAB Members-Only Discount Offer Until January 31
Register today and you'll be one step closer to a smarter you! At the NAB Show™, there has never been an easier - or smarter - way to enhance your education. In 2010, the NAB Show is proud to offer smarter registration packages that give you access to more - more sessions, more cross-conference access, more year-round learning opportunities, more networking - all for one great price. Check out the best value packages including a new all-access SMART Pass and Conference Flex Pass.
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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.
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NAB Show Housing Low Rate Guarantee
Lowest price is guaranteed - rates are an average of 40 percent lower than regular published rates. Average hotel rate through NAB housing is $100 and rates are 20 percent lower than 2009.* Book your hotel via the NAB Show housing site for guaranteed lowest hotel rates during the NAB Show dates at participating hotels. If the hotel lowers their rates or lower rates are found, NAB rates will automatically be lowered and new confirmations generated. Reserve now to lock in your best rate.
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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.

Editor's Note: The NAB Pulse will return on January 11, 2010. Happy Holidays!

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