National Media and Infocommunications Authority

The main activities of the Authority are to continually monitor the state of electronic communications and postal services. Action is taken if any rules or obligations are breached. There are a several main acts that define the core functions. For Electronic Communication, the Authority manages radio frequencies, conducts spectrum management, and handles official matters related to electronic communication services. For Media, the Authority maintains official registers, determines provision fees, and supervises compliance for media controlled by provisions. For Digital Switchover, the Authority manages monitoring of media distribution services and ensures competition compliance. The Authority also performs tasks related to the Postal Service, registers and verifies electronic signatures, and supervises unsolicited electronic advertising. In enforcement of these functions, the Authority has the ability to impose fines as well as suspension of service and termination of contracts. == Criticism ==

The Authority has faced criticism from both inside and outside of Hungary since its inception. In 2012, after Viktor Orbán spoke at the European Parliament, he faced criticism for defending the Authority while facing pressures to roll back such measures. In 2022, the renewal of frequency license for Tilos Rádió was blocked by the NMHH due to rules infractions that critics deemed were minor. This includes four instances of inappropriate language in a seven year period and errors in annual reports. The radio was able to broadcast again later that year after purchasing the frequency license. Supporters of the Authority responded to criticism by citing the councils appointment by a democratic body and maintain that it is in line with similar semi-independent bodies in Europe. == See also ==