# Multipoint Distribution Service
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 1998-06-01 · 63 FR 29667
## Document
- **Document number:** 98-14376
- **Category:** broadcasting
- **Federal Register citation:** 63 FR 29667
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 21
- **Publication date:** 1998-06-01
- **FCC docket:** CC Docket No. 86-179
## Abstract

Consistent with previous determinations by the Federal Communications Commission and judicial decisions, this Second Report and Order continues to classify subscription Multipoint Distribution Service (``MDS'') as a non-broadcast service. The order defers the classification of non-subscription MDS, and requires prior notification and Commission approval before MDS service can be offered on a non- subscription basis.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1998/06/01/98-14376/multipoint-distribution-service)
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