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Article: Network/affiliate power struggle at FCC. (over network/affiliate rules, television networks)
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- Broadcasting & Cable
- Article date:
- November 6, 1995
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Networks and stations are battling over FCC plans to eliminate or modify a series of network/affiliate rules.
In comments filed last week, networks applauded proposals to eliminate or amend the rules, while station owners and groups urged the commission to keep the rules in place.
The conflict concerns five network/affiliate rules that the FCC is reviewing:
* The dual-network rule, which prevents one entity from owning more than one network. The commission has invited comments on the rule's continued relevance.
* The territorial-exclusivity rule, which bars agreements that prevent another station in a market from broadcasting ...