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House Rejects Digital TV Delay

Republicans argue deferral will cost broadcasters

By Nick McMaster,  Newser Staff

Posted Jan 28, 2009 2:07 PM CST

(Newser) – The House defeated a bill today to delay the switch to all-digital television, the Washington Post reports. The vote comes two days after the Senate approved extending the deadline to June 12 from Feb. 17, and is a defeat for congressional Democrats and the Obama administration, who want to give consumers more time. House Republicans argued that a delay would cost millions for broadcasters who have prepared for the transition.

One of the most thoughtful gifts may be to help a friend, family member or someone in need make the transition to digital television (DTV) ahead of the February 2009 switch.
One of the most thoughtful gifts may be to help a friend, family member or someone in need make the transition to digital television (DTV) ahead of the February 2009 switch.   (PRNewsFoto)
The House defeated a bill today that would have delayed the digital transition.
The House defeated a bill today that would have delayed the digital transition.   (AP Photo)
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COMMENTS
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Guest
Feb 3, 2009 8:32 PM CST
Sad that this BS "issue" is consuming precious time in D.C.
Newser001
Jan 29, 2009 6:42 AM CST
Understand, most stations will still pull their stations analog signal/power on 2/17 due to expenses. Who wants to run 2 signals, pay 2x power bills...? Especially in this economic environment? Stations are only obligated to run analog signals until 2/17 @ 24.00 hrs (unless Congress redresses - doubtful). Ready or not, here it comes.
scottaco
Jan 29, 2009 6:08 AM CST
Despite not being able to get my box due to Wal-to-Wal Mart being sold out every time I went to get one, I'm happy to see it's going through. Too bad my "coupons" have expired. My main TV has a digital tuner built in.

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