H.R.3957: FCC Modernization Act of 1996

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about congress
  • Introduced Aug. 2, 1996
  • Latest Major Action Sept. 12, 1996

Bill Summary

FCC Modernization Act of 1996 - Directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to prepare a plan to: (1) adjust the allocation of FCC personnel to reflect competitive policies adopted by the United States; (2) propose the automation or privatization of routine FCC functions, as well as the termination of unnecessary functions; (3) reduce FCC management and overhead expenses; and (4) prepare the FCC for rapid response to changes in...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Aug. 2, 1996

Introduced in the House by Jack Milton Fields (R-Texas)

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