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Twelve Representatives Join as Local Radio Freedom Act Cosponsors

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A dozen members of the House of Representatives have added their support to a resolution opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which signals members of Congress's opposition to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay, now has 181 cosponsors in the House and 22 in the Senate.




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Anna Chauvet Joins NAB as Vice President of Public Policy

Washington, D.C. -- Anna Chauvet has joined the National Association of Broadcasters as vice president of Public Policy, effective today. Chauvet will report to Shawn Donilon, executive vice president of Government Relations.




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NAB Presents 2021 Marconi Radio Awards and State of the Industry Address Online




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2021 BEIT Conference Presentations and Proceedings to Be Released Digitally




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Eleven Representatives, Two Senators Join as Local Radio Freedom Act Cosponsors

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Eleven members of the House of Representatives and two Senators have added their support to a resolution opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which signals members of Congress's opposition to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay, now has 198 cosponsors in the House and 24 in the Senate.




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NAB Announces Winners of Annual Product of the Year Awards




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NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith Delivers 2021 State of the Industry Address

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith delivered a State of the Industry address today. 




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NAB Show Conference Accepting Proposals for BEIT




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Curtis LeGeyt Assumes President and CEO Position at NAB

Curtis LeGeyt has assumed the president and chief executive officer position at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), effective January 1. LeGeyt takes the helm after a 12-year run by former Oregon Senator Gordon Smith, who has transitioned to an advisory and advocacy role with NAB.




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'Product of the Year' Awards Returns for the 2022 NAB Show




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Bradford Caldwell Joins NAB as Vice President of Member Experience

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced the hire of Bradford Caldwell as vice president of Member Experience. Caldwell, who starts on February 1, will report to Executive Vice President of Industry Affairs April Carty-Sipp.




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New NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt Shares Vision and Outlook for Broadcasting in Town Hall

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- New National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt shared his vision and outlook for the organization and the broadcasting industry in a virtual town hall for NAB members today. LeGeyt was joined by members of NAB’s policy team for a briefing on legislative and regulatory issues facing broadcasters, as well as an update on the association’s work to support diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the industry.




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Eleven Representatives Join as Cosponsors of Local Radio Freedom Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Eleven members of the House of Representatives have added their support to a resolution opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which signals members of Congress's opposition to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay, now has 208 cosponsors in the House and 24 in the Senate.




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Testimony of Joel Oxley at Congressional Hearing on Journalism Competition and Preservation Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hubbard Broadcasting Senior Vice President and General Manager Joel Oxley testified today before the Senate Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on Competition Policy, Antitrust, and Consumer Rights at a hearing titled "Breaking the News – Journalism, Competition, and the Effects of Market Power on a Free Press."




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Media Entrepreneur Byron Allen to Discuss Unique Path to Success at NAB Show

Washington, D.C. -- Media entrepreneur Byron Allen and Gordon Smith, special advisor to the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), will engage in a candid conversation about their unique careers and roles in the broadcast industry during a fireside chat on the Main Stage of NAB Show on April 27, 2022, at 9:15 a.m. in Las Vegas, Nev.




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NAB Leadership Foundation Opens Application Window for 2023 Broadcast Leadership Training Program

Washington, D.C. -- The NAB Leadership Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2023 Broadcast Leadership Training (BLT) program through May 31. The BLT program is designed to prepare senior-level broadcast executives to advance as group executives or station owners. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.




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NAB Statement Opposing the Broadcasting of Russian-Sponsored Programming

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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'The Price Is Right' to Be Inducted Into NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame

Washington, D.C. -- Iconic game show “The Price Is Right”, which airs on CBS and is produced by Fremantle, is the 2022 television inductee into the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Host Drew Carey and executive producer and showrunner Evelyn Warfel will accept the award at The Achievement in Broadcasting Awards on the NAB Show Main Stage on April 24 at 4:30 p.m. in Las Vegas, Nev.




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NAB Statement on Senate Commerce Committee Passage of Low Power Protection Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the Senate Commerce Committee of the Low Power Protection Act, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Show Takes Content Creators Behind the Scenes of Hit Film, Television Productions

Washington, D.C. -- The 2022 NAB Show will explore the latest technologies and techniques reinventing the storytelling process through special sessions, deep dive examinations and panel discussions. Content creators will gain exclusive insight into the creative choices and innovations behind recent hit film and television productions during NAB Show, held April 23–27 in Las Vegas, Nev.




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NAB Statement on House Judiciary Committee Passage of PRESS Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to yesterday's passage by the House Judiciary Committee of H.R.4330 - Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act (PRESS Act), which would establish protections for journalists at the federal level regarding the revelation of their confidential sources except in defined circumstances such as threats to national security, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Opens State-of-the-Art Media Production Facility at Headquarters Building

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) announced today the completion of a new state-of-the-art media production facility at NAB's headquarters, located at 1 M Street, SE in Washington, D.C. The buildout of the facility, including a studio and media hub, was made possible by donations of critical equipment and studio design services from leading companies in the business of content creation and management.




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NAB Show Announces Winners of 2022 Product of the Year Award

Las Vegas, Nev. -- NAB Show today announced the winners of the fourth annual Product of the Year Awards during a live awards ceremony on April 26 at the 2022 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev. The awards recognize the most significant and promising new products and technologies exhibited for the first time at the 2022 NAB Show.




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NAB Statement on ACA Connects President and CEO Matt Polka Stepping Down

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to ACA Connects President and CEO Matt Polka stepping down, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Leadership Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Technology Apprenticeship Program

Washington, D.C. -- The NAB Leadership Foundation (NABLF) is now accepting applications for the 2023 Technology Apprenticeship Program (TAP) through June 15. The program is designed to train, inform and recruit a diverse workforce that meets the technology and engineering needs of the broadcast community.




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NAB Leadership Foundation Announces Host and Celebrity Presenters for Celebration of Service to America Awards

Washington, D.C. -- Renowned actor and television personality Mario Lopez will host the Celebration of Service to America Awards on June 7, 2022, at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF), the ceremony recognizes local broadcasters’ outstanding service to their communities. The 2022 program will be held in person and professionally produced for airing later on television stations across the country.




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In Surprise Ruling, FCC Denies Request for Extension of FM Booster Stations Comment Deadline

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the Federal Communications Commission denied a joint request by NAB and NPR for a two-week extension of the comment deadline in a proceeding on FM broadcast booster stations. The following statement can be attributed to NAB Chief Legal Officer Rick Kaplan:




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NAB Statement on FCC Proposal for Regulatory Fees for Fiscal Year 2022

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In response to the Federal Communications Commission's proposed regulatory fee rates for Fiscal Year 2022, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Leadership Foundation Launches Fellowship Honoring Programming Executive Emerson Coleman

Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF), in partnership with Hearst Television, announced a new fellowship program honoring the legacy of distinguished broadcast professional Emerson Coleman last night at the Celebration of Service to America Awards. Through the Emerson Coleman Fellowship (ECF), NABLF and Hearst Television will work to create a more diverse workforce at every level of the broadcast industry that is representative of the communities served. 




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NAB Statement on House Appropriations Committee Passage of Legislation Permitting Legalized Cannabis Advertising

Washington, D.C. – The House Appropriations Committee advanced the FY 2023 Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill which included language that would prevent the FCC from taking administrative action against broadcasters that accept cannabis advertisements consistent with the law of the state or jurisdiction in which the station is licensed.




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NAB Announces the Promotion of Four to Senior Vice President

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters announced the promotions of four employees in its Government Relations, Technology and Legal and Regulatory Affairs departments to senior vice president, effective July 1.




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Bloomberg and NAB Show New York to Present Radio Insights Executive Seminar

Washington, D.C. – A new three-part Radio Experience at NAB Show New York will feature a special Radio Insights Executive Seminar presented by Bloomberg. Exclusively for NAB members, the limited capacity executive program will take place in New York on October 19 at the Javits Center in the morning and continue in the afternoon at Bloomberg’s headquarters.




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Award-Winning Producer Evan Shapiro to Keynote 2022 NAB Show New York Opening

Washington, D.C. – Award-winning film producer and industry thought leader Evan Shapiro will keynote the 2022 NAB Show New York opening event on Wednesday, October 19 at 10:30 a.m. at the Javits Center. In his keynote address titled, “Bringing Media Into the Current Century, Now,” Shapiro’s notoriously interactive presentation will engage NAB Show New York attendees in examining the shifts occurring in today’s media landscape.




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NAB Statement on Legislative Revisions to Journalism Competition and Preservation Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to recent revisions to the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Show New York Presents ‘Radio Reimagined’ Conference Lineup

The National Association of Broadcasters today unveiled the schedule for the Radio Reimagined | Charting Radio’s Future conference, one of two radio-focused tracks taking place at NAB Show New York. Held Thursday, October 20th at the Javits Center, Radio Reimagined is geared towards station-level radio managers, programmers and operators from all market sizes.




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Majority of House of Representatives Now Cosponsoring Local Radio Freedom Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives are now cosponsoring the Local Radio Freedom Act, a resolution opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which signals members of Congress's opposition to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay, now has 222 cosponsors in the House and 28 in the Senate.




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NAB Statement on House Passage of PRESS Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to today's House of Representatives passage of H.R.4330 - Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act (PRESS Act), which would establish protections for journalists at the federal level regarding the revelation of their confidential sources except in defined circumstances such as threats to national security, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Statement on Senate Judiciary Committee Passage of the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In response to passage by the Senate Judiciary Committee of the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Show New York Tech Chat Stage Presents Solutions to Content Community Challenges

NAB Show New York attendees will have the opportunity to interact directly with exhibiting companies about their brands and products through sessions on the Tech Chat Stage, part of a new immersive show floor experience. NAB Show New York returns in-person October 19-20, 2022 at the Javits Center.




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NAB Show Announces Call for Proposals for 2023 BEIT Conference

Washington, D.C.— Proposals for technical papers and panel sessions are now being accepted for the NAB Show Broadcast Engineering and IT (BEIT) Conference, taking place April 15-19, 2023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Selected papers will be presented during the program and included in the official "Proceedings of the 2023 Broadcast Engineering and IT Conference."




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NAB Town Hall Provides Insight Into Year-End Broadcast Issues and Priorities

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today hosted a virtual town hall to brief NAB members on advocacy and business issues facing the broadcast industry for the remainder of the year. NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt was joined by senior executives and public policy staffers to offer updates on the association’s work, priorities and initiatives.




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NAB Statement on Congressional Passage of Low Power Protection Act

Washington, D.C. -- In response to congressional passage of the Low Power Protection Act, which provides eligible low power television stations a long-overdue opportunity to obtain interference protections, the following can be attributed to NAB CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Statement on Signing into Law of the Low Power Protection Act

Washington, D.C. -- In response to President Joe Biden signing into law the Low Power Protection Act, which provides eligible low power television stations a long-overdue opportunity to obtain interference protections, the following can be attributed to NAB CEO Curtis LeGeyt:




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NAB Show Debuts ‘Programming Everywhere’ Conference Presented by TVNewsCheck

Washington, D.C.— NAB Show will host a new conference, presented by TVNewsCheck, entitled “Programming Everywhere: The Content Event for Linear, Streaming and Syndication” on April 15, 2023, at NAB Show in Las Vegas. The day-long event features panel discussions, programming showcases and networking opportunities.




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NAB Membership Town Hall Identifies Broadcast Issues and Priorities in 2023

Washington, D.C. -- The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) hosted a virtual town hall today to brief NAB members on advocacy and business issues as Congress begins its 118th Session and the House of Representatives switches party control. NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt was joined by senior executives and public policy experts to offer updates on the association’s work, priorities and initiatives.




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NAB Show and Future Media Conferences Expand Training for Creative Professionals

Washington, D.C./New York - NAB Show and Future Media Conferences (FMC), producer of Post|Production World (P|PW), are adding three unique and comprehensive training conferences for creative professional at NAB Show, April 15 – 19 in Las Vegas. In addition to the legacy P|PW conference for production and post-production specialists, the 2023 NAB Show will feature:




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PILOT Initiative Tackles $2 Billion Problem for Broadcasters

The National Association of Broadcasters’ (NAB) innovation arm - PILOT - released the final report from its First-Party Data Direct-to-Consumer Accelerator. The report details a six-month long study on direct-to-consumer data strategies for broadcasters.




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NAB Show Turns Radio Programming Up a Notch

Washington, D.C. -- The 2023 NAB Show, held April 15-19 in Las Vegas, will offer an engaging lineup of educational sessions, networking opportunities and exhibits for the radio broadcast community. Radio sessions and networking opportunities will be conveniently located in the newly announced Broadcast District in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, where radio exhibitors will be also be easily accessible.




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Twelve Representatives, One Senator Added as Cosponsors of Local Radio Freedom Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Twelve members of the House of Representatives and one senator have added their support to a resolution opposing "any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge" on local broadcast radio stations. The Local Radio Freedom Act (LRFA), which signals the opposition of members of Congress to any potential legislation that imposes new performance royalties on broadcast radio stations for music airplay, now has 167 cosponsors in the House and 21 in the Senate.




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Brett Goldstein to Discuss Creative Process Behind Award-Winning Content on NAB Show Main Stage

Washington, D.C. -- Award-winning actor, writer and producer Brett Goldstein will take NAB Show into his process in creating compelling content that resonates with audiences and that has made him one of Hollywood's most sought-after multihyphenates in a fireside chat on April 17 at 4:00 p.m. on the Main Stage of the 2023 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Nev.