ATVA is a coalition dedicated to changing outdated gov't rules that let broadcasters blackout local stations & deny viewers access to the programs they enjoy.
Who gets to watch the FIFA World Cup shouldn’t depend on a contract dispute 🚫📺. Deltavision Media’s demands risk sidelining thousands of Syracuse fans. Learn more: https://t.co/Q3KpjFGR7P
Deltavision Media is threatening to pull FIFA World Cup coverage unless Verizon agrees to one of the steepest fee hikes on record 📈. Consumers deserve access to the programming they’re paying for. Read more: https://t.co/VBzgsBUi0A
As the World Cup kicks off ⚽, nearly 20,000 Verizon customers in Syracuse, NY could lose access to FOX programming due to Deltavision Media’s excessive fee demands. Fans shouldn’t miss a moment. Learn more: https://t.co/MjJ1onGLjj
Scripps is the latest major broadcaster to black out local TV stations in an attempt to extract higher fees, blocking signals and programming from dozens of communities while demanding steep retransmission consent increases that force viewers to pay more for the same ‘free’ programming. The latest ↓
https://t.co/EafGPgrQOM
ICYMI: Scripps pulled 54 stations in 36 markets on DIRECTV. The timing of this blackout is particularly troubling, impacting major news and sporting events, including the NHL and NBA Finals. Read more here:
https://t.co/AU98NPHdKE
Big Broadcasters are exploiting “affiliation-swap” loopholes to dodge FCC review – hurting competition, local news and consumers.
Learn more.
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In 13 years, Nexstar grew from 32 to 201 stations. The Nexstar-TEGNA merger would create unprecedented broadcast consolidation, but 8 states are taking a stand against this deal. Learn what happens next →
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Big Broadcast keeps getting bigger – and that means higher prices and more TV blackouts for American consumers. However, 8 states are challenging the Nexstar-TEGNA deal. Discover what's really at stake with your pay-TV costs ↓
https://t.co/rJC7Cwem0L
After 3+ weeks of an avoidable TV blackout, Cox Media Group continues to keep pay-TV viewers across three markets in the dark to squeeze higher fees out of a captive audience. Learn how their greed-driven scheme impacts customers:
https://t.co/gAfa6QQtNx
The biggest fumble this football season? TV blackouts from broadcasters like Mission that threaten customers across the East Coast. Our statement:
https://t.co/NjsobeZSue
Nobody wants to stare at an empty screen, but thanks to broadcasters like Mission, key games and shows could soon be missing from your TV. More on the threat:
https://t.co/gXKWQyEkMD
Broadcasters are out of control. The latest example: Cox Media’s impending blackout of Verizon customers.
It’s time to #StopTVBlackouts.
https://t.co/Tbk3EH8nCS
Look out Verizon customers: Mission Broadcasting is threatening to black out your favorite channels – from sports to news programming and more. Don’t let them… https://t.co/TeuhdvxGrP
ICYMI: Cox Media is threatening to black out thousands of Verizon customers at the height of football season – increasing bills and further fueling Big Broadcaster profits. It's time for lawmakers to hold them accountable.
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⚠️ WARNING: More blackouts are coming to a TV near you. Nexstar is using outdated broadcasting regulations to blackout channels and increase TV bills for Verizon customers. It’s time for lawmakers to hold Big Broadcast accountable and #StopTVBlackouts:
https://t.co/TTvgcpqVJc
Your favorite Fall TV lineups are under threat. Nexstar will soon be blocking hundreds of channels for Verizon customers in major markets to squeeze higher fees. Outdated rules make it possible. Learn how you can #StopTVBlackouts and stand up to Big Broadcasters:
https://t.co/YKyemnSUoi
DYK? Nexstar, the nation’s largest TV station owner, is pushing for steep fee hikes — and using channel blackouts as leverage. Millions risk losing their local news and favorite shows. Get the full story:
https://t.co/1Qjv09qJCL