Episode 113: FCC Kills the 39% Broadcast Ownership Cap
The FCC voted 2-1 to eliminate the national broadcast TV ownership cap — the rule that prohibited any single company from owning local stations reaching more than 39% of U.S. TV homes. For studio heads, showrunners, agents, and working producers, this is a structural shift in the broadcast content buyer landscape, with direct implications for licensing fees, affiliate negotiations, and who controls local programming decisions. Key Takeaways: The 39% national ownership cap is gone, effective immediately after a 2-1 FCC vote. No new numerical ceiling replaces it — reviews will be conducted case…
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