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- H.R.1985
H.R.1985: Fairness in Broadcasting Act of 1993
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced May 5, 1993
- Latest Major Action June 3, 1993
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
32 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Fairness in Broadcasting Act of 1993 - Expresses the findings of the Congress that the Fairness Doctrine: (1) fairly reflects the statutory obligations of broadcasters; (2) received statutory approval from the Congress in 1959; and (3) reasonably balances first amendment rights. Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require broadcast licensees to provide a reasonable opportunity for the discussion of conflicting views on issues of public...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.
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| May 5, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Bill Hefner (D-N.C.) |