US FCC to consider ending merger ban among US broadcast networks

FCC mulls loosening broadcast ownership rules as it undertakes review

The FCC voted at its open committee meeting to review the option of lifting a ban that does not permit mergers among the "Big Four" broadcast networks and is also considering loosening other laws related to media asset ownership.

FCC to Consider Ending Ban on Broadcast Network Mergers

FCC to Consider Ending Ban on Broadcast Network Mergers

US FCC to consider ending merger ban among US broadcast networks

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission voted on Tuesday to consider whether to lift the long-standing prohibition on a merger between any of the largest four broadcast networks and to consider relaxing other media ownership rules.

US FCC to Consider Ending Merger Ban Among US Broadcast Networks