Section | Question | Response |
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Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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SANDER OPERATING CO. I LLC D/B/A WHAS TELEVISION |
Denise Branson, Sr. Paralegal TEGNA Inc. 8350 Broad Street, Suite 2000 Tysons, VA 22102 United States |
+1 (703) 873-6606 |
dbranson@TEGNA.com |
Company |
Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
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Michael Beder Associate General Counsel TEGNA Inc. |
8350 Broad Street, Suite 2000 Tysons, VA 22102 United States |
+1 (703) 873-6902 |
mbeder@TEGNA.com |
Legal Representative |
Section | Question | Response |
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Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | ABC | |
Nielsen DMA | Louisville | |
Web Home Page Address | www.whas11.com |
Question | Response |
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State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 439.38 |
State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 9.27 |
Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (1 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner - 1 (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Through September 2, Mondays at 5:00PM ET on WHAS11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 10 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Produced for ages 13-16, this educational and informational program is hosted by wildlife expert Tim Faulkner. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (2 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Hearts of Heroes (11.1) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00AM ET |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rescue Heroes is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13-16. Rescue Heroes showcases the stories of men and women braving natural disasters with one goal: to rescue the victims and help restore their lives. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (3 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Getting Green (11.4) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:00am and 11:30am ET on WHAS11.4 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 22 |
Total times aired | 22 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Getting Green is a weekly half-hour series that explores our global environment and promotes responsible behavior that helps to both protect the environment and save energy costs. Program also shows how teenagers can become green in their daily lives. Viewers learn from environmental experts, celebrity guests and ordinary people, showing how green living is practical and affordable. Getting Green is closed-captioned for the hearing impaired and displays the EI icon throughout the broadcast. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (4 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Whaddyado (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Beginning September 7, Saturdays at 10:00am and 10:30am ET on WHAS11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
Total times aired | 4 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | WHADDYADO, a half-hour weekly series designed to educate, inform, inspire, and entertain does an exceptional job educating teenagers. the show's target audience is between 13 and 16 years of age. WHADDYADO provides an excellent opportunity for teenagers to learn life lessons they likely are otherwise not open to receiving. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (5 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean Mysteries - 1 (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Through September 2, Mondays at 4:00PM ET on WHAS 11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 10 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16 by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges, and triumphs that humans do. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock The Park #1 (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Through September 2, Mondays at 5:30PM ET on WHAS11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 10 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (7 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Missing Open Files (11.4) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:00am and 10:30am ET on WHAS11.4 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 22 |
Total times aired | 22 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Missing: Open Files is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series focusing on the open files of actual cases of missing persons. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, provides information and descriptions of missing children, including endangered runaways as well as victims of abductions. The show also presents peer-to-peer advice on safety in public places and in cyber space, including real-world examples of how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (8 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin (11.1) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30AM ET |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Produced for viewers aged 13-16, and the whole family, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin is hosted by Emmy award-winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half-hour series, Jeff embarks on journeys to fascinating global locations most people have only dreamed of visiting. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he will explore the areas natural wonders to bring viewers closer to nature, wildlife, and manmade treasures. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (9 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock The Park (11.1) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12:00PM ET |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet - The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (10 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean Mysteries - 2 (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Through September 2, Mondays at 4:30PM ET on WHAS 11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 10 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16 by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges, and triumphs that humans do. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (11 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Rescue Amazing Stories (11.4) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 12:00pm and 12:30pm ET on WHAS11.4 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 22 |
Total times aired | 22 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Rescue: Amazing Stories is a weekly half-hour reality series showcasing amazing stories of actual rescues of all types of animals and focusing on dedicated individuals doing their best to care for and protect pets. The series highlights the courageous and loving people around the world who help sick, injured or abused animals. Each episode also instructs children on the proper care of animals and provides safety tips on how to care for all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (12 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | The Great Dr. Scott (11.1) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30AM ET |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Great Dr. Scott is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13-16. The Great Dr. Scott follows the charismatic and committed veterinarian Dr. Scott Miller at his family-run veterinary clinic in the outskirts of London in the village of Richmond upon Thames. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (13 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Dog Tails Family Edition (11.2) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm and 12:30pm ET on WHAS11.2 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 44 |
Total times aired | 44 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dog Tails Family Edition is a weekly half hour television series all about dogs and the people who love them. Dog Tales is for designed for viewers 13 to 16 years old, featuring dogs of all sizes, shapes and breeds from across the United States. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (14 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Culture Click (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Through September 2, Mondays at 6:30PM ET on WHAS11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 10 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Culture Click is a weekly half-hour series that explores the genesis of and reasons behind cultural events that permeate our everyday lives. Developed and produced for viewers aged 13-16, host Nzinga Blake opens each episode from her virtual reality set with a list of what's trending on search engines that week. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (15 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown (11.1) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00AM ET |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Wildlife expert and animal ambassador, Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face-to face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different 'top ten' each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten 'fastest animals in Africa,' 'tallest insects,' 'biggest eaters,' smartest birds'...Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (16 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Rescue Heroes (11.2) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 10:00am and 10:30am ET on WHAS11.2 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 22 |
Total times aired | 22 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half-hour reality series showcasing spectacular rescues of all types of animals. The series focuses on the dedicated people around the world who help sick, injured or abused animals. The program also instructs children on the proper care of animals and provides safety tips on how to care for all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom. The show is aimed at children and families who want to learn about animal treatment, care and protection. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (17 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock The Park #2 (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Through September 2, Mondays at 6:00PM ET on WHAS11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 10 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (18 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Vacation Creation (11.1) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12:30PM ET |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 11 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | On each episode of Vacation Creation with Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko, our hosts Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko guide one deserving family on amazing adventures as they experience a new destination together on their family vacation. As our featured family embarks on an interactive voyage filled with immersive learning opportunities, each episode brings us to diverse locations where our family and viewers discover unique cultural events, food, activities, and traditions. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (19 of 19) | Response |
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Program Title | Dogs With Jobs (11.3) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Beginning September 7, Saturdays at 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm, and 12:30pm, ET on WHAS11.3 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
Total times aired | 8 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dogs With Jobs is an engaging educational television program that highlights individual dogs from around the world and the jobs they perform. The thirty minute program, designed for viewers ages 13-16 provides viewers with informative content using age-appropriate language, images, and stories. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Question | Response |
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Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
Name of children's programming liaison | Shawn Kaelin |
Address | 520 West Chestnut Street |
City | Louisville |
State | KY |
Zip | 40202 |
Telephone Number | (502) 582-7851 |
Email Address | skaelin@whas11.com |
Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. |
Other Matters (1 of 1) | Response |
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Program Title | Waived, see below |
Origination | Local |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 0 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 0 |
Length of Program | 0 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 0 years to 0 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In accordance with the FCC's Public Notice (DA 19-864, released September 3, 2019) "the requirement for stations to provide information concerning the children's programming they plan to air in the future" is waived pursuant to 47 CFR Section 1.3. |
Question | Response |
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The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | Yes |
I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Akin S. Harrison , Esq . Secretary 10/02/2019 |