SAFER Act allowing 30 day grace period after DTV Transition approved by House

The Short-term Analog Flash and Emergency Readiness Act (SAFER Act) approved by the Senate last month was also approved by the House of Representatives last night.  The bill will now make it’s way to the president’s desk, awaiting his approval.

What this means

Broadcasters will be able to use analog signals for up to 30 days past the Feb. 17, 2009 digital transition date to air DTV education messages and programming.

More importantly, broadcasters will also be able to broadcast emergency weather or public safety information during the 30 day grace period to viewers with analog only televisions (such as mobile and handheld TVs).

 

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