Public Service on Television
The hearing was held in the wake of Comcast’s announcement that they would require customers to rent additional equipment to view public access television channels.
Witnesses testified on “Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) Services in the Digital TV Age.” Discussion centered on ways that cable … read more
Witnesses testified on “Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) Services in the Digital TV Age.” Discussion centered on ways that cable companies could remain competitive and fulfill their obligation to provide public access and local programming.
The hearing was held in the wake of Comcast’s announcement that they would require customers to rent additional equipment to view public access television channels. close
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