As a first responder it is good to be aware of what all personnel are up to and what is going on around you at all times.

In the dtv spectrum transition issue area this means knowing what everybody else is up to, especially the broadcaster community.

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) issued a press release announcing that Disney/ABC have rejoined NAB.

"Ben Tucker, Chairman of the NAB Television Board and acting President and CEO of Fisher Communications, saluted ABC for its decision. "Broadcasters face many challenges in the public policy arena, and it is important for our industry to speak with one voice before Congress and the FCC," said Mr. Tucker.

David Field, Chairman of the NAB Radio Board and President/CEO of Entercom Communications, said, "NAB's already strong presence in Washington will only be enhanced by the return of ABC to our trade association. We look forward to working together on our issues of mutual concern."

NAB President and CEO Edward O. Fritts also welcomed the ABC announcement. "This is great news for NAB, ABC and the entire broadcast industry," he said. "There is no denying that we are stronger as an industry when we are united."

Their industry certainly does have a way with Congress.