broadcasting · Federal Communications Commission · Published 1997-06-23 · 62 FR 33753
Document
Document number
97-16177
Federal Register citation
62 FR 33753
CFR reference
47 CFR 11
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; Extension of compliance deadline.
Category
broadcasting
Publication date
1997-06-23
FCC docket
FO Dockets 91-171/91-301
Abstract
This Order extends the deadline for cable TV systems to comply with the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Emergency Alert System (EAS) rules. In 1994, the FCC adopted rules replacing the Emergency Broadcast System (EBS) with EAS, and requiring cable TV systems to participate in EAS by July 1, 1997. However, the FCC is reviewing issues relating to cable TV's participation in EAS. Therefore, the compliance date for cable TV systems to install and operate EAS equipment is extended until a new compliance date is established by the FCC.