The FCC's Media Bureau recently released an order extending the deadline for filing biennial ownership reports on FCC Form 323 from November 1, 2011 to December 1, 2011. Although the filing deadline has changed, the bureau stated that the reports filed should still include information current as of October 1, 2011.

The Media Bureau stated that it is providing filers with an additional 30 days between the "as of" date and the filing deadline to ensure that filers have adequate time to prepare their forms. The bureau noted that it is aware some station licensees and parent entities must file numerous forms, and expects the additional time will facilitate more complete and accurate filings.

For general information on biennial ownership report filings and answers to frequently asked questions, stations may visit the FCC's Form 323 website here.