Send Cable LFA Appeal to 6th Circuit, FCC Asks 9th
The FCC asked the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to transfer an appeal of its August cable-TV local franchise authority order to the 6th Circuit, as expected (see 1909120028). A motion Tuesday (in Pacer, docket 19-72219) said the order…
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largely responded to the 6th Circuit remand of an earlier order, and transfer would "maintain continuity and consistency" in review of interrelated orders. It said the 6th's familiarity with case particulars "would serve the interests of judicial economy." The agency said the motion is opposed by petitioner Eugene, Oregon, and backed by NCTA, which has moved to intervene in the case (see 1909130059).