On November 21, 2024, the FCC released a Public Notice (PN) reminding broadcast television stations about the audio description requirements adopted in its October 17, 2023, Report and Order. The Report and Order expanded the audio description requirements by phasing them in for an additional 10 designated market areas (DMAs) each year until all DMAs are included.
The PN reminds television broadcasters that the audio description rules will extend to DMAs 101 through 110 on January 1, 2025.
Public Notice:
URL: https://www.fcc.gov/document/reminder-audio-description-rules-phase-dmas-101-110-1125
For general information about audio description, please visit the FCC’s webpage: https://www.fcc.gov/audio-description. For specific questions about this Public Notice, please contact Diana Sokolow, Policy Division, Media Bureau, at (202) 418-0588, or Diana.Sokolow@fcc.gov. Individuals who use videophones and are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) may call the FCC’s ASL Consumer Support Line at (844) 432-2275 (videophone).