# FCC Proposes Eliminating National Broadcast Ownership Limit

The Federal Communications Commission has voted to propose ending the national cap on broadcast station ownership, which currently limits how many stations a single entity can own nationwide. The move could allow greater consolidation among media companies, raising concerns about reduced diversity in local news and programming.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/fcc-end-cap-national-broadcast-ownership-1236811655/) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:40:51 +0000