A La Carte
Several independent and industry analyses have been consistent in their conclusions that government-mandated pay-per-channel regulation would be likely to hurt consumers by increasing prices, decreasing choice and reducing diversity in programming.
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3/15/2006
NCTA response on A La Carte 03/15/06
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Abstract: Concerning À La Carte and Themed Programming, Pricing Options for Programming Distribution on Cable Television, and Direct Broadcast Satellite Systems.Attachment: 03.15.06_04-207_Response.pdf (107 KB)Publication Type: Regulatory Filing
8/13/2004
NCTA Reply Comments 08/13/04Email this Document
Abstract: NCTA Reply Comments re: A La Carte and Themed Programming and Pricing Options for Programming Distribution on Cable Television and Direct Broadcast Satellite Systems, reiterating that requiring a la carte will make cable customers pay more to receive fewer and less diverse viewing options; MB Docket No. 04-207..Attachment: 081304_04-207_Replies.pdf (80 KB)Publication Type: Regulatory Filing
7/15/2004
NCTA Comments 07/15/04Email this Document
Abstract: NCTA Comments re: A La Carte and Themed Programming and Pricing Options for Programming Distribution on Cable Television and Direct Broadcast Satellite Systems, arguing that an a la carte requirement would raise per channel prices, reduce the quality of programming and reduce the diversity of viable networks available to purchase and view; MB Dock...Attachment: 071504_04-207_comments.pdf (622 KB)Publication Type: Regulatory Filing