broadcasting · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2003-12-03 · Effective 2004-01-02 · 68 FR 67599
Document
Document number
03-30007
Federal Register citation
68 FR 67599
CFR reference
47 CFR 73
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
broadcasting
Publication date
2003-12-03
Effective date
2004-01-02
FCC docket
MB Docket No. 02-230
Abstract
In this item, the Commission adopts final rules implementing an ATSC flag-based redistribution control system to protect digital broadcast television content from unauthorized redistribution and ensure the continued flow of high value digital content to consumers via over-the-air broadcasting. This action is taken pursuant to the Commission's ancillary authority and is intended to preserve the viability of over-the-air broadcasting and further the digital television transition.