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Experts Urge FCC to Revise Outdated Media Regulations

11/20/2025

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The International Center for Law & Economics released a policy paper urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revise retransmission consent rules alongside broadcast ownership limits.
The paper argues that current regulations, including the 39% ownership cap, are outdated and that the retransmission consent framework should be eliminated.
Tegna shareholders approved a merger with Nexstar Media Group, pending regulatory verification, amid ongoing discussions about ownership cap adjustments.

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The International Center for Law & Economics released a policy paper urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revise retransmission consent rules alongside broadcast ownership limits.
The paper argues that current regulations, including the 39% ownership cap, are outdated and that the retransmission consent framework should be eliminated.
Tegna shareholders approved a merger with Nexstar Media Group, pending regulatory verification, amid ongoing discussions about ownership cap adjustments.