NAB Testimony Before Senate Aging Committee

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For those still bitting your fingernails over the analog shut off of traditional broadcasting on Feb 17, 2009, the following written submission to Congress by the National Association of Broadcasters may give you some comfort. _Dale

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WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing today regarding the digital television transition. Following is a transcript of the prepared oral testimony delivered by NAB Executive Vice President of Television Marcellus Alexander.


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Thank you, Mr. Chairman and Members of the Subcommittee. My name is Marcellus Alexander and I am Executive Vice President for Television at the National Association of Broadcasters. I appreciate this opportunity to testify today.

Local broadcasting is a vital part of everyday life with local news, weather, emergency information and programming. The switch to digital broadcasting holds great promise. It is of particular significance to older Americans. Research suggests that older Americans are among the groups who will be disproportionately affected by the transition. In fact, adults ages 55 and older spend more time...

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