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The FEC has adopted new disclosure requirements for online political ads, clarifying that such spots must identify the sponsor of the ad The rules require the message to clearly state that it has been paid for by a PAC or other group.

The Westwood One founder died Sunday, the cause of his death has not yet been released. Pattiz launched Westwood One in 1976. He would also go on to launch Courtside Entertainment and Podcasst One.

The Board of Directors for the New Jersey Broadcasters Association has selected Association Management Incorporated (AMI) to manage, guide and lead the group going forward. AMI will oversee various aspects of NJBA, including their Public Education Program.

Alpha Media's adult contemporary station KUIC (95.3 FM) in Vacaville, California raised more than $63,000 for a local charity during its fifth-annual KUIC Radiothon for Leaven Kids. Contributions increased by about $23,600 compared to last year.

For the 25th year, Retro Country USA will produce its "Retro Country Christmas" holiday special for stations. This year's guests include Clay Walker, Justin Moore, Lacy J. Dalton, Lee Brice, T.G. Sheppard, Janie Fricke, Ronnie Milsap and other country artists.

Bonneville's adult contemporary station KOSI (101.1 FM) raised more than $245,000 for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Denver during its recent holiday radiothon. The amount was about $45,000 more than the station raised for the charity last year.

Beasley Media's cluster of stations in Charlotte, North Carolina will host a charity event to benefit a local children's hospital. The 11th annual Secret Santa will take place Thursday, December 8 at the station group's studios in Charlotte.

On Friday it was announced that the House Judiciary Committee will markup the American Music Fairness Act this week. A markup is the first step a bill goes through on the path to becoming a law. The American Music Fairness Act would mandate a new performance fee on radio stations for playing music.

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