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The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules

FCC removes ownership cap on local TV stations

In a 2-1 vote, the commission eliminates a rule that kept station groups from reaching more than 39 percent of TV households.

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FCC votes to ax rule limiting local TV station ownership in move that could spark industry deals

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The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality

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FCC votes to repeal TV station ownership cap amid Nexstar-Tegna merger

In a 2-1 vote, the FCC rolled back a rule that had limited the number of TV stations a company can own; the decision is expected to face legal challenges.

Axios · 19h

FCC votes to lift broadcast ownership cap

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FCC scraps limit on local TV ownership in win for media conglomerates

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FCC votes to eliminate broadcast ownership rule

FCC Commissioner Ana Gomez, the body's only Democrat, blasted the FCC's vote, calling it "unlawful on its face and a profound departure" from long-standing department rulemaking.

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FCC ends 39% local TV station ownership cap

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FCC Removes Key Limit On Media Ownership, Raising Potential For Major Consolidation Of Broadcast TV Stations

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FCC scraps cap on TV ownership. Critics worry it gives corporations too much power

Federal regulators voted to lift a cap meant to preserve competition among local TV stations. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr says the move will help local news survive. Not everyone agrees.