The Wrap

September 2, 2022

The Wrap today is 499 words and a 2 minute read.

👋 Here's your weekly news wrap up from our HQ in the nation's capital.

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1. Ryan Seacrest to be Honored at NAB Marconi Radio Awards

Ryan Seacrest

🏅 Ryan Seacrest will be honored with the 2022 National Association of Broadcasters' Distinguished Service Award, the organization's highest honor, during the NAB Marconi Radio Awards, brought to you by Xperi, on October 19, at NAB Show New York.

  • Click here to get your NAB Marconi Radio Awards tickets and tables.
  • It's all part of the ultimate radio experience, where you'll gain insights into the future of radio and learn actionable strategies you can implement immediately.
  • TV broadcasters, make sure to catch the Cybersecurity for Broadcasters Retreat October 17-18 and the TV 2025: Monetizing the Future conference on October 19.

Register for NAB Show New York today! Click here to book your hotel and get the lowest rates.

2. Local Radio Freedom Act Supported by Majority of House

9/11 Day of Service PSA

A bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives is now cosponsoring the Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), a resolution opposing new performance royalties on local radio stations. This sends a strong message to musicFIRST and the record labels that Congress stands opposed to new fees that would hurt the incredible public service and community connection that local radio provides.

  • 🎉 Click here to thank your members of Congress who support the LRFA.

3. New 9/11 Day PSAs Inspire Acts of Kindness

9/11 Day of Service PSA

New PSAs from the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance (9/11 Day) feature 9/11 families, survivors, first responders, Gold Star parents and others impacted by 9/11 and its aftermath, reminding fellow Americans to focus on their common humanity.

  • The federally recognized 9/11 Day also brings Americans together for good deeds and volunteer projects.
  • Download spots and the broadcaster guide at NAB Spotcenter.

4. Broadcasters Connect Communities to Policymakers

Reporter conducting an interview

🎙️ This week on the NAB Blog, NAB Senior Advocacy Communication Strategist Alex Siciliano spotlights how West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin relies on radio host Hoppy Kercheval to stay in tune with his constituents.

5. NAB on the Go

Curtis LeGeyt and NASBA officials

🛫 NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt attended the Cox Media Group managers meeting earlier this week in Atlanta, where he shared NAB's policy priorities and updates on key broadcast issues.

LeGeyt and Senior Vice President, State, International and Board Relations Sue Keenom met with the Executive Committee of the National Alliance of State Broadcasters Associations (NASBA) on August 23 in Greensboro, Ga., home of NASBA President Bob Houghton, to discuss the partnership between NAB and NASBA and the 2022/2023 agenda.

LeGeyt and Keenom are pictured here with the NASBA Executive Committee: Bob Houghton, president, Georgia Association of Broadcasters; Dewey Bruce, president-elect, Montana Broadcasters Association; Wendy Paulson, vice president, Minnesota Broadcasters Association; Jim Timm, secretary and treasurer, Nebraska Broadcasters Association; Dave Arland, past president, Indiana Association of Broadcasters and Susan Wrons, administrator, New Mexico Broadcasters Association.

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