# Emergency Alert System
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 1998-06-01 · 63 FR 29660
## Document
- **Document number:** 98-13462
- **Category:** other
- **Federal Register citation:** 63 FR 29660
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 11
- **Publication date:** 1998-06-01
- **FCC docket:** FO Dockets No. 91-171, 91-301
## Abstract

This Second Report and Order modifies the Emergency Alert System (EAS) as it applies to wired cable TV systems. Also, wireless cable TV systems are required to participate in EAS. Deadlines for compliance are established. Small cable systems are allowed five years to phase-in EAS and may operate with reduced EAS equipment requirements. Larger cable systems must comply by December 31, 1998. Satellite Master Antenna TV and Video Dial Tone/Open Video Systems are not required to participate. State and local regulations relating to emergency communications and EAS are not preempted, but will be if these regulations interfere with EAS.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1998/06/01/98-13462/emergency-alert-system)
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