PRC Denies USPS Motion to Allow January Density Rate Increase
The News/Media Alliance filed comments on July 29 opposing the USPS motion with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) to calculate the FY 2026 density rate authority early ... Read More
Maryland Tax Court Strikes Down State’s Digital Ad Tax
On August 14, the Maryland Tax Court struck down the state’s Digital Advertising Gross Revenues Tax, enacted in 2020. Across multiple rulings, the court found the tax unlawful and unconstitutional, violating the Internet Tax Freedom Act, the Dormant Commerce Clause, ... Read More
Copyright Office Adopts Rule to Expand Group Registration Option for Online News
The update removes the requirement that a “news website” cover “a broad range of news on all subjects and activities and is not limited to any specific subject matter,” clearly allowing subject matter-focused sites, such as those covering sports, finance, ... Read More
News/Media Alliance Applauds Senate Commerce Committee Movement on Children’s Online Safety Measure
With today’s markup, Senate Commerce Committee Chair Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-WA) advanced bipartisan work to protect children from addictive and harmful practices perpetuated by large online platforms, while preserving beneficial access to high-quality journalism ... Read More
