Broadcast and Cable TV Retransmission Rules

Witnesses testified about cable television retransmission consent which allows broadcasters to negotiate compensation for their popular over… read more

Witnesses testified about cable television retransmission consent which allows broadcasters to negotiate compensation for their popular over-the-air content. It was noted that some small cable companies think broadcasters use retransmission consent to prevent them from offering family-friendly tiers. Other witnesses said that stronger federal regulation will be needed to protect smaller cable providers and to keep consumer prices down. close

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Broadcast and Cable TV Retransmission Rules

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Program ID:
190974-1
Category:
Senate Committee
Format:
Senate Committee
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jan 31, 2006 | 2:31pm EST | C-SPAN 3
Last Aired:
Feb 03, 2006 | 10:13am EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Jan 31, 2006 | 2:31pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Feb 01, 2006 | 1:50am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 01, 2006 | 5:39am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Feb 02, 2006 | 8:04pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Feb 03, 2006 | 10:13am EST | C-SPAN 2
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