Satellite Bcstg. Communications Assn. (SBCA) voiced strong opposi...
Satellite Bcstg. Communications Assn. (SBCA) voiced strong opposition to Real Estate Alliance petition to FCC for reconsideration of over-the-air reception device (OTARD) rule that would allow commercial property owners to control broadband services that are provided to renters in…
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buildings they own. Commission said landlords couldn’t restrict renters’ access to services. Case is under review in U.S. Appeals Court, D.C. In filing, SBCA reiterated position that Real Access Alliance petition be denied by Commission and defended right of consumers to receive services. SBCA Pres. Charles Hewitt said Alliance petition “offers nothing new” and “merely mirrors the failed arguments that opponents have made in earlier filings.” He said that Commission actions were in best interests of public.