Technical Requirements To Enable Blocking of Video Programming Based on Program Ratings
other · Federal Communications Commission · Published 1998-04-23 · Effective 1998-05-26 · 63 FR 20131
Document
Document number
98-10742
Federal Register citation
63 FR 20131
CFR reference
47 CFR 15
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
other
Publication date
1998-04-23
Effective date
1998-05-26
FCC docket
ET Docket 97-206
Abstract
By this Report and Order (``R&O''), the Commission is amending the rules to require that television receivers with picture screens 33 cm (13 inches) or greater be equipped with technological features to allow parents to block the display of violent, sexual, or other programming they believe is harmful to their children. These features are commonly referred to as ``v-chip'' technology. This action is in response to the Parental Choice in Television Programming requirements. These rules are intended to give parents the ability to block video programming that they do not want their children to watch.