Arizona Broadcasters Association

The Arizona Broadcasters Association (ABA) acts as the official trade association for Arizonas over-the-air radio and TV stations and their supporting organizations. Among the focus areas, the ABA funds Arizonas only broadcast lobbyist at the state legislature, offers station protection programs to guard against government inspections and fines, provides free personalized and on-demand training, and promotes the voice of Arizona broadcasters in Washington to better influence national regulation. The ABA also funds legal support for shared station needs. With a futureproofing focus, the organization offers paid internships at member stations, partners with universities and trade schools to build staff pipelines, and develops programs within the school environment to help teach skills required for tough-to-fill broadcasting roles. The ABA also prioritizes product education around the fast-changing tech evolution, ensuring member stations feel armed with the training necessary to drive bu