To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: On December 10, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) released a Report and Order that it hopes will encourage the deployment of the ATSC 3.0 Next Generation Television Standard (ATSC 3.0) and facilitate the expansion of new and innovative ancillary and supplementary services made possible by ATSC 3.0 technology. The Commission collectively refers to these ancillary and supplementary services as “Broadcast Internet” services, which are distinct from traditional over-the-air video programming services. With the adoption of the Report and Order, the FCC praises itself for continuing to “lay the groundwork for broadcasters, and thereby the general public, to explore and benefit from the possibilities and opportunities that Broadcast Internet provides.” The Report and Order will become effective 30 days after publication in the Federal Register.