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ABC’s early license review sets up a legal test of how far FCC pressure can go
The FCC’s order requiring Disney-owned ABC stations to file early renewal applications is unusual, but legal experts say the 1996 Telecommunications Act leaves the agency with limited room to deny a broadcaster’s license
Key Takeaways
- The FCC ordered Disney-owned ABC stations to file early license renewal applications by May 28.
- Legal experts say the 1996 Telecommunications Act made denials of renewal extremely difficult.
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