H.R.486: Native American Telecommunications Act of 1997

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about congress
  • Introduced Jan. 21, 1997
  • Latest Major Action Feb. 4, 1997

Bill Summary

Native American Telecommunications Act of 1997 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to initiate a proceeding to develop and establish an official policy regarding the relations between FCC and American Indians (including Alaskan Natives). Requires the policy to include procedures for giving Native Americans notice and the opportunity for meaningful participation and comment in any...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade, and Consumer Protection.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Jan. 21, 1997

Introduced in the House by Bill Richardson (D-N.M.)

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