Answer:

Public, Educational and Government (PEG) Access television is often referred to “Community Television”. In the US, over 1,700 organizations spread across all 50 states provide local channels to residents dedicated to programming that is produced by and for the community.

PEG channels were established in the United States as a result of the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, which required cable television providers to set aside channels for non-commercial use.

“PEG” community channels are distributed over cable systems and through other transmission means. Federal law allows local and state governments to negotiate for these channels and support.

The idea behind PEG channels was to provide a platform for the public to create and share content that was relevant to their community. These channels are run by local governments or non-profit organizations.