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Jessica Rosenworcel

Senate Confirms FCC Chair Rosenworcel

December 10, 2021

On December 7, the Senate voted 68-31 to confirm Federal Communications Commission Chair Jessica Rosenworcel, the first woman to hold that title, to another five-year term, narrowly avoiding a Republican majority at the agency once…

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David Oxenford

FCC Forum on Accessibility of Online Video Programming – Looking Beyond the Regulation of Broadcasters

December 10, 2021

By: David Oxenford, Wilkinson Barker Knauer LLP On December 2, 2021, the FCC held a forum on the accessibility of video programming delivered through online platforms (a recording of the event is available on the FCC website, here). …

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Kevin Kennedy

Kevin Kennedy Joins WDRQ

December 10, 2021

AllAccess reports that Cumulus Media’s WDRQ-FM (Detroit) has added Kevin Kennedy as its midday host starting this week.  He succeeds Rachel Ryan, who had been voice tracking the shift from a Cumulus station in Dallas…

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Mark Your Calendar

The MAB hosts events for all Michigan broadcasters throughout the year both in-person and online.  Along with the continuing education opportunities, the MAB connects broadcasters with chances to network and celebrate during awards ceremonies.  Keep track of the MAB opportunities on the events calendar.

ABM 2026

MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence

September 1, 2026 | Amway Grand Plaza

The MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence bring Michigan broadcasters together to discuss the policy issues, regulatory developments, and industry challenges that impact local radio and television stations.

Upcoming Events

MAB Member Benefit Spotlight

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Energy Audits

MAB members may utilize Enstar Energy to provide energy audits.  MAB members who have used EnStar’s services have averaged refunds of $6,500 plus an annual savings of approximately $2,000.

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Site Safety Assessments

In an effort to help provide protection to broadcasters in Michigan, the MAB and Michigan State Police Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Desk are partnering to help broadcast stations ensure safety for their staff and facilities by offering Station Site Safety Assessments that will evaluate and make practical recommendations of security operations at broadcast stations.

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Alternative Broadcast Inspections

The Alternative Broadcast Inspection Program (ABIP) is a unique partnership between the MAB and the FCC to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to avoid surprise inspections. Stations that pass the inspection receive a three-year Certification of Compliance.

 

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