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- H.R.1539
H.R.1539: Community Broadcasting Protection Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced May 6, 1997
- Latest Major Action May 21, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (18 Democrats, 25 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Community Broadcasting Protection Act of 1997 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to direct the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to prescribe regulations to establish a class A license for qualifying low-power television (LPT) stations. Requires notification of LPT licensees of the availability of such license. Defines as a qualifying LPT station one which in the 90 days preceding enactment of this Act: (1) broadcast for at least 18...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade, and Consumer Protection.
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| May 6, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Charles W. Norwood (R-Ga.) |