2024 Second Quarter Issues/ Programs List Advisory for Broadcast Stations
The next Quarterly Issues/Programs List (âQuarterly Listâ) must be placed in stationsâ Public Inspection Files by July 10, 2024, reflecting information for the months of
The next Quarterly Issues/Programs List (âQuarterly Listâ) must be placed in stationsâ Public Inspection Files by July 10, 2024, reflecting information for the months of
As part of the new FCC reporting system, the NMBA has proposed the EAS station monitoring assignment linked here. The NM SECC’s State Plan has
agenda and minutes from the 2023 meeting
The EEO Rule re-codifies the FCCâs long-held requirements that the licensees and permittees of all commercial and noncommmercial AM, FM, TV, Class A TV, low
The next Quarterly Issues/Programs List (âQuarterly Listâ) must be placed in stationsâ Public Inspection Files by April 10, 2024, reflecting information for the months of
two sets – one from NMBA’s sponsor, Traffic Safety Bureau; and from NMAA’s sponsors, Nusenda Credit Union.
Attached is Pillsburyâs Advisory for the upcoming October 10 deadline for the Third Quarter Issues/Programs List. The FCC hasnât yet announced how that deadline might
Attached is a list of the questions and information needed to complete Forms Two and Three. Please use this sheet to help gather necessary Form
FY 2023 REGULATORY FEES ARE DUE SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 On August 10, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) released Assessment and Collection of
Agenda, minutes of the past meeting, slate of officers
This form may serve as a model agreement for the sale of political broadcast advertising time and to facilitate compliance with the Federal Communications Commissionâs
The commercial local broadcast industry â terrestrial radio and television stations â is critically important to the United States economy as a whole and to
Congress should not mandate a performance tax on free local radio stations that would jeopardize local jobs, prevent new artists from breaking into the recording
Stations covering the games using NMBA phone and data lines will be required to air (5) liners for NMDOT. Liners are also requested from NMAA.
Stations covering the games using NMBA phone and data lines will be required to air (5) liners for NMDOT. Liners are also requested from NMAA.
These changes are either mandated by December 12, 2023 or are expected to soon become law
The NMBA, in combination with the state broadcasters associations of all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, filed Joint Comments arguing against
Including topics: New Reference Adopted for DMA Definitions, FM Computer Modeling Now Allowed, Deadlines to Watch, CAP Polling Rule Effective December 12, and Security Measures
This memorandum addresses New Mexico Broadcaster Association questions relating to the applicability of the New Mexico gross receipts and compensating tax liability that may arise
Pillsbury Law Firm
NMBA Attorney Art Melendrez has clarified some of the GRT information.
The FCC requires all licensed full-power AM, FM and TV stations, as well as Class A TV stations to maintain a Public Inspection File. This
As we’ve mentioned before, the FCC is looking at the Online Public Inspection Files of stations more closely for several reason. One of those reasons
Under the federal Copyright Act, cable systems and satellite operators must pay license royalties to carry distant TV signals on their systems. Ultimately, the Copyright
For discussion and approval during the 2022 Annual convention on Friday August 5, 2022
For approval, minutes of the annual meeting held via Zoom on June 9, 2021.
held August 5, 2022 at the Albuquerque Marriott
On July 5th, the NMBA filed Joint Comments, for the second year in a row, urging the FCC to modernize its methodology for setting annual
Full list of winners
From sponsoring our Excellence in Broadcasting Gala event to exhibiting during the convention, there’s a place for any sponsor at this year’s NMBA Annual Convention!
In recognition of the critical role that political programming plays in keeping the electorate informed, Congress has long established specific requirements governing political programming. These
The Biden-Harris Administration has warned repeatedly about the potential for Russia to engage in malicious cyber activity against the United States in response to the
The Political Broadcast Rules for candidates running for political office have been updated. Stations can determine if the Political Broadcast Rules apply by following these
From the law offices of Pillsbury Law, here is a reminder that broadcast stations must insure that a broad range of federal mandates are met,
Wiley Rein, LLP provides a Political Broadcasting Primer to help you review the applicable federal rules and policies governing political broadcasting and take steps to
On February 24, 2022, Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth attorneys Frank Montero and Sara Hinkle teamed up with Bobby Baker, Gary Schonmen, and Sima Nilsson of
In response to industry inquiries, we received the following from Radio Music Licensing Committee (RMLC) and Global Music Rights (GMR) about their conditional settlement. Each
2022 KKOB Monthly EAS Test Schedule Date Day Hour 1/5/22 Wednesday 9am 2/7/22 Monday 5am 3/11/22 Friday 2pm 4/5/22 Tuesday 5am 5/5/22 Thursday 9am 6/8/22
A full day video streaming conference that helps community broadcasters develop and enhance their video streaming skill The conference will also include an opening keynote
From Radio Music Licensing Committee Executive Director Bill Velez comes two forms in which statoins can elect for RMLC representation in future negotations (and possibly
Regulatory fees due date extended
LBS is FREE to all NMBA stations! Fill out the form on www.localbroadcastsales.com to create your FREE account!
For those interested in the âreal worldâ impact of NASBAâs regulatory fee efforts, attached is a chart Laurie created showing the 2020, proposed 2021, and
ALBUQUERQUE, August 6, 2021Â Â —Â Â The New Mexico Broadcasters Association (NMBA) announced the winners of the associationâs Excellence in Broadcasting Awards today. The awards reflect the outstanding
The next Quarterly Issues/Programs List (âQuarterly Listâ) must be placed in stationsâ Public Inspection Files by July 10, 2021, reflecting information for the months of
A new version of the EAS Handbook for 2021 has been released by the FCC. This new version must be posted in place of the
necessary documentation
2021 Annual Membership Meeting Friday- June 18, 2021 Zoom Meeting Call meeting to order â Charlie Blanco Approval of Agenda and Minutes from 2020 Committee
June 1, 2021 is the license renewal application filing deadline for commercial and noncommercial radio and TV broadcast stations licensed to communities in New Mexico.
The next Quarterly Issues/Programs List (âQuarterly Listâ) must be placed in stationsâ Public Inspection Files by April 10, 2021, reflecting information for the months of
BILLIONS COMING TO NEW MEXICO CONSUMERS NMBA sales guru Derron Steenbergen of the Swagger Institute will be discussing how account executives can use the infusion
Based on yesterdayâs announcement from the Public Education Department regarding spectators, the New Mexico Activities Association has made some adjustments to the COVID Addendum within
from KKOB-AM for calendar year 2021
Phase I Auction Allocates $9.2 Billion to Close the Digital Divide in 49 States and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands WASHINGTON, December 7,
The FCC requires each broadcast station to air a reasonable amount of programming responsive to significant community needs, issues, and problems as determined by the
This is a constantly changing document. Please watch for revisions or updates. Contact the New Mexico Broadcasters Association at (505) 881-4444 with any questions.
As the Nation continues to come together to respond to COVID-19, the March 16th updated Coronavirus Guidance for America that highlighted the significance of the
To help New Mexico broadcasters ârecruit broadlyâ the NMBA emails member stations’ job postings to a wide variety of recruiting sources from around the state.
Political files are a hot topic for the Commission. Recently, the Media Bureau has taken action related to the timeliness of uploads for candidate and
On Aug. 5, 2020, the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) filed an emergency amendment to require employers to report positive COVID-19 cases in the workplace
The New Mexico Broadcasters Association (NMBA) is excited to announce the winners of the associationâs Excellence in Broadcasting Awards today. The awards reflect the outstanding
August 7, 2020 Chairperson Mary Ann Armijo called the meeting to order at 10:05am
Pillsburyâs communications lawyers have published FCC Enforcement Monitor monthly since 1999 to inform our clients of notable FCC enforcement actions against FCC license holders and
The New Mexico State EAS Plan outlines how the Chief Executive Officer Of New Mexico, the Governor, the National Weather Service (NWS) and authorized local/regional
June 1 is the deadline for broadcast stations licensed to communities in Arizona, the District of Columbia, Idaho, Maryland, New Mexico, Michigan, Nevada, Ohio, Utah,
The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a $2 trillion stimulus package, which among other things provides substantial funding for business-oriented economic relief in response
Download and complete the agreement to start your ABIP inspection