The NAB Pulse December 15, 2008

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NAB Applauds House Passage of DTV Legislation - Urges White House Approval The National Association of Broadcasters applauds last weeks passage of House legislation granting stations the ability to voluntarily broadcast in analog format a digital TV informational message or emergency information in the days following the DTV transition on February 17, 2009. The legislation, approved by unanimous consent, is identical to Senate legislation (S. 3663) introduced by Sen. Jay Rockefeller (WV) and approved by the Senate last month. The House effort was led by Rep. Lois Capps (CA-23). The bill now goes to the White House for approval.
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Vin Scully to be Inducted into NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame
Vin Scully, one of the most celebrated sportscasters in history, will be inducted into the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame during the NAB Show Radio Luncheon sponsored by ASCAP. The luncheon, held Tuesday, April 21, will also feature the annual presentation of the prestigious NAB Crystal Radio Awards.
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NAB Urges FCC to Require Dual Satellite/HD Radio Receivers
NAB has filed both comments and reply comments pressing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to explore a new requirement that Sirius XM produce multifunctional satellite radios that can also receive HD Radio services.
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National DTV Readiness Test on December 17
With two months left until the digital television (DTV) transition is completed, local broadcasters in at least 42 states and the District of Columbia are gearing up to conduct the first-ever national readiness test to help viewers prepare for the switch. On December 17, every participating station will broadcast over their analog signals information that explains the upcoming transition to DTV and directs viewers to resources for further assistance.
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Satellite Re-feed of DTV Action Spots on December 19
NAB will re-feed via satellite a new round of DTV Action television spots on Friday, December 19, at 1 p.m. (EST). The 14-minute feed contains 13 spots in English and six spots in Spanish, followed by a replay of all spots immediately after completion of the first run.
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Special AE Webcast Series - Selling in a Difficult Economy >

In Brief

Download New Martin Luther King Day of Service PSAs
Encourage audiences to volunteer on Martin Luther King Day in January with new public service materials from NAB Spot Center. The PSAs feature recordings of Dr. King's voice and motivate listeners to serve in their communities on Martin Luther King Day and throughout the year. For more information, email NAB Public Service or call (202) 429-5448.

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NAB Television Financial Report Now Available
The NAB Television Financial Report (2008) is the most comprehensive report on television station revenues and expenses in the U.S., allowing a comparative analysis of stations revenue earnings across DMAs, by station affiliation and revenue categories. Often serving as a tool for station owners and managers to benchmark station revenue, this report also assists stations with answers to the most challenging financial questions across a broad spectrum of the industry. This new report is only available through the NAB Store at www.nabstore.com. NAB Members receive a 20 percent discount through January 31, 2009 (member: $180, non-member: $225).

NAB International Broadcasting Excellence Award
The NAB International Broadcasting Excellence Awards are bestowed to licensed non-U.S. radio or television stations in recognition of their exceptional leadership in advancing the broadcast industry and the services they provide to their community and audiences. The deadline for applications is 13 February 2009. Winners are honored at the NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev., USA, in April 2009. Nominee does not have to be an NAB member. To apply for the award, visit www.nab.org/InternationalAward. Apply today!

The 2008 NAB Legal Calendar is available here.