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X;'# Xz_ pi7 c!X#Q: What constitutes a transfer of ownership?# Xw PE37 XP# A: The Commission will enforce the threeyear holding period when there has been an assignment or transfer that involves a substantial change in ownership. When assessing whether there has been a "transfer of control" of the cable system, the Commission will use the broadcast assignment and transfer of control standards. This includes transfers of either legal or working control of the cable system. Commission approval is not required for sales of minority interests, unless such sales result in the acquisition or loss of control. Cable operators who are unsure whether a proposed transfer constitutes a transfer of control should consult their local franchising authority. If the cable operator and the franchising authority are unable to reach an understanding about the applicability of the antitrafficking rule, either party may request a declaratory ruling from the Commission.  Y!4  X!'# Xz_ pi7 c!X#Q: How is the holding period calculated?# Xw PE37 XP# A: For initially constructed systems, the holding period will be measured from the date on which service is activated to the system's first subscriber. For acquired systems, the holding period commences on the effective date of the closing of the transaction in which the system  Y&4was acquired. For both situations, the threeyear holding period will end on the proposed effective date of the closing of the transaction transferring control of the cable system. XX(---'3 p !?@ HAX A transfer or sale agreement may be executed prior to the completion of the threeyear  Y-holding period, as long as consummation of the transaction does not occur until after the  Y-expiration of the holding period.  X-#Xz_ pi7EX#Q: What are spinoffs?#Xw PE37}XP#  Yv- In some cases, a system purchased in subsequent transfers will be considered acquired as of the date of the original transaction and the transfer do not require the application of a separate holding requirement. To qualify for this treatment, requests for subsequent transfers must be filed with the local franchising authority (where necessary) within 90 days from the effective date of the closing of the original transaction, and the closing of the subsequent transaction must take place within 90 days after local transfer approval is granted. In cases where no local transfer approval is required, the subsequent transfer must be completed within 180 days from the closing of the original transaction.  X-#Xz_ pi7EX#Q: What are the exemptions?#Xw PE37}XP#  Yb-A: Taxfree, involuntary and pro forma transfers of control are exempt from the threeyear holding requirement. Cable operators seeking to claim one of these exemptions must file a certification with the local franchising authority demonstrating that the proposed transaction qualifies for one of the exemptions.  X-#Xz_ pi7EX#Q: Are waivers permitted?#Xw PE37}XP#  A: The Commission may grant public interest waivers of the threeyear holding requirement, subject to local franchising approval in some cases. Waivers may also be granted in cases of default, foreclosure and other financial distress. Requests for waivers must be filed pursuant to the special relief procedures in Section 76.7 of the Commission's Rules. The Commission will look favorably upon waiver requests involving multiple system operator ("MSO") transfers if twothirds or more of the MSO subscribers are served by  Y -systems owned for three years or more. The Commission adopted a blanket waiver for small systems serving 1,000 subscribers or less, subject to local franchising authority approval.  X"-#Xz_ pi7EX#Q: How does the FCC monitor and enforce compliance?#Xw PE37}XP#  Y#- A: Local franchising authorities are responsible for enforcing the antitrafficking restriction. Cable operators seeking to transfer ownership are required to certify to the local franchising authority that the proposed transfer complies with the antitrafficking rule, or that the seller is seeking or has obtained a waiver from the Commission or is otherwise exempt. This " (-$,$,@)" certification must be submitted simultaneously with the request for transfer approval. If local transfer approval is not required by the franchise agreement, the certification must be submitted to the franchising authority no later than 30 days in advance of the closing date of the proposed transaction. Certifications must contain a complete description of the transaction and the interest being transferred, the date on which such interest was acquired, and the effective date of the proposed transfer. Certifications claiming an exemption should also identify the applicable exemption, including a statement of the facts giving rise to the exemption. Receipt by the local franchising authority of the appropriate certification creates a presumption of compliance with the antitrafficking rule. If questions are raised as to the accuracy of the certification, the franchising authority must notify the cable operator about those questions within 30 days of the filing of the certification, or the certification will be deemed accepted. For systems held for three years, or more, the antitrafficking certification is incorporated into the FCC's standard transfer approval FCC form 394. FCC Form 394 is used when applying for franchise authority approval to assign or transfer control of a cable television franchise owned for three years or more. The information required by this form includes the legal, technical and financial qualifications of the proposed transferee and any information required by the franchise or applicable local law. Copies of Form 394 can be obtained by calling (202) 418-FORM. The franchising authority must act upon transfer requests for systems owned for three years or more within 120 days. If the franchising authority fails to reach a final decision within 120 days, the transfer request shall be deemed granted, unless the franchisor and the requesting party agree to an extension of time. Local decisions regarding the accuracy of a certification, eligibility for an exemption, or applicability of the antitrafficking rule to a particular transaction are reviewable by the Commission, pursuant to the special relief procedures in Section 76.7 of the Commission's rules. If a willful violation of the antitrafficking rule is found, the Commission may impose appropriate sanctions, including cease and desist orders, orders to show cause, or assessment of forfeitures.  Y -For further information on the antitrafficking restrictions, see Report and Order and Further  Y!-Notice of Proposed Rule Making, 8 FCC Rcd 6828 (1993). The antitrafficking rules are  Y"<located at 47 C.F.R.  76.502. #x6X@`7X@#  ?#<FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION#X}xP7[XP#  SG$-3ELh# vps7 #3 "G$-$,$,%"Ԍ S-` `  hh,Vpp #Xw PE37}XP# #Xw PE37}XP##x6X@`7X@#  `<` `  #ps7e#