It is worth noting that public broadcast TV stations were developing a new version of the EAS that allowed for localized emergency notifications over the NextGen TV standard.
But that program shut down last year after Congress pulled funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Matthew Keys
The FCC has proposed modernizing the country's Emergency Alert System platform used by broadcasters and wireless providers, but some of the changes proposed could leave the network more-susceptible to cyber criminals.
June 8, 2026 - The proposal would require broadcasters and other participants to implement safeguards such as stronger passwords, software updates and network protections for EAS equipment.
