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SPECTRUM BROADBAND

APTS provides our member stations the resources necessary in order to best utilize currently allocated spectrum. The FCC is discussing the distribution of broadcast spectrum in order to support the advancement of wireless broadband. APTS, in conjunction with our stations, strives to balance the expansion of broadband whilst continuing usage of spectrum in a manner most advantageous to the public.

APTS Spectrum Webinar with FCC Bureau Chief on March 20, 2012
APTS held a webinar for member stations on Tuesday, March 20 at 2 p.m. ET on spectrum, with William Lake, FCC Chief of the Media Bureau.
FCC Proposes Initial Steps to Open TV Spectrum to New Wireless Broadband Services
In this Notice, we initiate a process to further our ongoing commitment to addressing America's growing demand for wireless broadband services, spur ongoing innovation and investment in...
Comments on Spectrum for Broadband
The Association of Public Television Stations, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and the Public Broadcasting Service (collectively referred to herein as “Public Television”) submit these...
PTV Ancillary and Supplementary Uses of the Digital Spectrum
The Communications Act allows a digital broadcaster to offer "ancillary and supplementary" services on its allotted digital spectrum, so long as a broadcaster offers at least one free...

Legal/Regulatory Policy Issues

PBS/APTS Webinar on Online Public Inspection Files
The FCC’s new rules concerning the online public inspection files of broadcasters went into effect and there are many compliance issues to consider when transitioning to an online public file.
APTS Comments on Department of Education's Race to the Top - District Grant Competition
The Association of Public Television Stations is pleased to submit comments on the proposed priorities for the Race to the Top - District grant competition.

FCC Filings

Reply Comments of APTS, CPB and PBS Regarding Changes to OET-69
APTS, CPB, and PBS submit these reply comments to urge the Office of Engineering and Technology (“OET”) to refrain from adopting the changes to Bulletin No. 69 (“OET-69”).
Reply Comments of APTS, CPB and PBS in the Spectrum Auction and Repacking Proceeding
The record in this proceeding demonstrates not only the complicated, interrelated nature of the incentive auction and repacking process, but also the need to strike the right balance...