1. State Broadcasters Associations to Congress: Keep Live Sports Accessible
One big thing: This week, state broadcast associations representing all 50 states plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., adopted a resolution urging Congress to reexamine the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961 to preserve broad fan access to sports programming as more games move behind streaming paywalls.
NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt: “We commend the state broadcasters associations for their leadership and engagement on this important issue. Local television remains the only universally available video platform in America, delivering live sports, trusted local news, emergency information and essential public service to every community.”
đź“Ł Add your voice:Click here to tell the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to keep sports on broadcast TV and ensure fans can continue watching their hometown teams without a paywall.
2. Kidde to Receive NAB Leadership Foundation Corporate Leadership Award
The NAB Leadership Foundation has announced Kidde, a leading manufacturer of residential fire and life safety products, as the recipient of its prestigious Corporate Leadership Award.
The Corporate Leadership Award is presented annually to a business outside of the broadcast industry, showcasing an outstanding dedication to public service and corporate social responsibility.
The honor will be awarded during the 2026 Celebration of Service to America Awards, presented by Bonneville International and Hearst Television, on June 9 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
3. ICYMI: NAB Launches New Policy Podcast “AirTime”
NAB recently launched “AirTime,” a new weekly podcast delivering brief updates on the policy issues shaping broadcasting.
What you’ll hear: Episodes drop each Wednesday, breaking down the latest developments from Washington, D.C., and what they mean for local TV and radio stations.
🎧 Catch up: The first two episodes are now available for listening. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
Dig deeper: A new post on the NAB Blog expands on the topic of this week’s episode, keeping sports on broadcast TV.
4. Make Your Mark: Submit Your Entry for the NAB Marconi Radio Awards
Nominations for the 2026 NAB Marconi Radio Awards are open now through May 31. This is your opportunity to earn one of radio’s most prestigious honors and showcase the excellence, creativity and impact that set your station apart.
Each year, the NAB Marconi Radio Awards recognize the stations, personalities and teams setting the standard across radio and put them on a national stage alongside the industry’s best.
5. Help Shape the Future of the NAB Show Content Creator VIP Program
You’re invited: As we continue evolving the NAB Show Content Creator VIP Program, we’d love for you to join an upcoming virtual conversation with the NAB team, NAB Creator Council and fellow creators to share feedback, ideas and insights on what would make this community even more valuable for creators.
đź’» The session will be held on May 18 at 2 p.m. EST. Register here.
6. New Lyme Disease Awareness PSAs Now Available
Refresh your station’s public service announcement creative at NAB’s Spot Center, a destination for local television and radio broadcasters seeking public educational materials from credible organizations.
TV spots from LymeTV bring attention to the lesser-known side effects of Lyme Disease during National Lyme and Tick-borne Disease Awareness Month.
7. NAB on the Move
NAB Vice President, Broadcast Positioning System Tariq Mondal attended the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) Workshop on Synchronization and Timing Systems (WSTS).
Read more about information presented at this event that demonstrated the Broadcast Positioning System can provide precision timing and highly accurate positioning capability.
