Spectrum Impact Archived Webcast, Presentation and Grassroots Toolkit Available
During last week's Spectrum Impact Webcast, NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith gave a legislative update on spectrum proposals under consideration in Washington, D.C. Joining him were NAB Chief Technology Officer Kevin Gage and Vice President of Technology Bruce Franca who shared research that shows how these proposals could lead to major changes for television stations and viewers, potentially dwarfing the disruptions of the DTV transition.
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New License Renewal Cycle Started June 1, 2011
Washington, D.C., Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Florida, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands Radio Stations On-Air Announcements
Radio stations in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia must have filed their license renewal applications by June 1, 2011. These stations must air post-filing on-air announcements on August 1 and 16.
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Last Day to File: Cable Copyright Royalty Claims Must be Filed Today, August 1, 2011
It's time again to file your claim for cable copyright royalties. Television stations whose signals were carried as distant signals by at least one cable system in 2010 must file a claim with the Copyright Royalty Board no later than August 1, 2011. If a station fails to file within this time frame, it cannot collect any royalties for 2010. Broadcasters can file claims online through the Copyright Office's website. Click here for specific guidance and links to the online claim forms.

FCC Seeks Comments on LPFM vs. FM Translators
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Notice) seeking comment on how to implement the Local Community Radio Act of 2010, which opens the door for the licensing of more low-power FM (LPFM) stations.
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Prevent Your Trademark from Being Rated .xxx
After years of discussion and controversy, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), the organization responsible for coordinating the Internet's naming system, has finally approved the creation of a .xxx top-level domain (TLD).
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Congressional PSAs Now Available for Broadcast
In May, NAB's Public Service Initiatives division invited members of Congress and their families to tape two, professionally-produced, 30-second public service announcements (PSAs) on issues of concern to their constituents. For the past 25 years, NAB has hosted this Congressional Public Service Announcement program during off-election cycles.
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Congratulations to the NAB Executive Development Seminar Class of 2011
Radio and television broadcasters from various backgrounds and markets gathered July 25-28, at NAB headquarters in Washington, D.C. NAB's Executive Development Seminar for Radio and Television Broadcasters (EDS) is designed for recently promoted and aspiring station and group executives. EDS is taught by the faculty from leading business schools as well as broadcast and related industry professionals.
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Elevate Your Account Executives' Performance
The National Association of Broadcasters and Television Bureau of Advertising (TVB) are pleased to announce the return of the Account Executive Sales Seminar Series. Designed for AEs with two years or less media experience, these interactive sessions give actionable advice and best practices from leading broadcast industry sales and marketing experts that your entire team can immediately implement.
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Elvis Duran to Host NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show
NAB announced that the 2011 NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show will be hosted by Premiere Networks' nationally syndicated radio host Elvis Duran. The event will take place September 15 at the 2011 Radio Show at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, Ill.
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Prominent Speakers Featured on Multiple Radio Show Sessions
Education is a cornerstone of the Radio Show, and this year's session line-up is filled with well-known, well-versed speakers immersed in all aspects of the radio business. Speakers scheduled to appear include well-known executive level broadcasters, network-syndicated personalities, leading advertisers and marketers, distinguished federal regulators, industry-leading engineers, illustrious professional sports owners and operators, renowned consultants, sales and marketing specialists and digital experts.
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The 2011 NAB Legal Calendar is available here.