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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Internet Radio Still in Jeopardy

On June 20, the Librarian of Congress proposed rules for royalty payment and reporting by Internet radio stations, including simulcasts of on-air stations such as ours. Unfortunately, the Librarian's proposed payments and requirements are still far beyond the means of educational and community stations like WXYC. However, there is still an opportunity to appeal the decision.

If you enjoy listening to our station online — from your office in Research Triangle Park or from the other side of the continent — please read below and let your congressperson know that you want them to take action to alter the Librarian's decision to include more provisions for college and community Internet broadcasters.

KRTU has a comprehensive information page for college & community stations.

Read WXYC's official response to CARP's originally proposed rules.

Contact your representatives: www.house.gov/writerep/

When writing, please follow these guidelines:

  • Be courteous and respectful. Don't use threats.
  • Include your address.
  • Only write about facts. Nothing hurts more than bad information.
  • Keep your comments brief and to the point.