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FCC Proposes $147,000 Fine Against ESPN for EAS Violations in NBA Promos
Oct 17, 2024, 06:50 PM
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed a fine of $147,000 against ESPN for violating Emergency Alert System (EAS) rules. The violations occurred when ESPN used EAS tones in promotional spots for the NBA season last year. The FCC stated that ESPN 'apparently willfully and repeatedly' misused the emergency alert tones in six airings of the promo. The proposed fine represents the maximum penalty. ESPN has the option to appeal the proposed fine. Tickers of interest: $DIS.
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