WASHINGTON, D.C.—During its December Open Meeting, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would create new rules eliminating early termination and other video service fees by cable operators and direct broadcast satellite (DBS) providers. The FCC also plans to study the impact of these practices on consumer choices.
The adoption of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking signals support for an FCC’s crackdown on what FCC chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has called “junk fees'' by enacting rules that prohibit early termination fees. It would also require prorated credits or rebates after cancellation of service.
