Ed Markey

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Ed Markey @SenMarkey

However, in August, 2019, the FCC voted to permit cable companies to assign a value to these contributions and then subtract that amount from the franchise fees the cable operator pays the local community. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 13, 2021

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Ed Markey @SenMarkey

Currently, local governments are permitted to require that cable companies meet demonstrated community needs by providing in-kind contributions that benefit schools, public safety buildings, and public, educational, and government (PEG) channels, known as community TV stations. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 13, 2021

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Ed Markey @SenMarkey

As a result, local governments have to decide between supporting PEG stations in cable franchise agreements and supporting other important services for critical community institutions like schools and libraries. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 13, 2021