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FCC Processing of LPFM Applications Continues – FM Broadcasters Beware of Potential Interference Issues

Broadcast Law Blog

'The LPFM applications are in, and counted, and the FCC is actively processing them. A recent public notice from the FCC about the processing of these applications puts FM broadcasters on notice that they should be checking what was filed in their market areas to make sure that there are no interference issues for their full-power stations or existing translators The FCC’s public notice about the processing of LPFM applications is available here [link].

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Illinois Approves Major Pension Overhaul

The Paralegal Resource

The state of Illinois has recently approved a piece of legislation that will reduce the pension benefits of most workers in the state. These include firemen, nurses and teachers. The retirement age will also be increased. The move has been criticized by many and is likely to be challenged in court.

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Maine Governor Proposes Loosening of Child Labor Laws

The Paralegal Resource

Maine governor, Paul LePage, has proposed a new law by which children under the age of 16 will be allowed to work a fixed number of hours per week. The new law has come under a lot of criticism, but it also has its promoters. The law is still being discussed and has not been passed yet. Many American states have made child labor illegal. This has also been the case.

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