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- H.RES.166
H.RES.166: To express the sense of the House of Representatives concerning violence on television.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced June 12, 1997
- Latest Major Action July 1, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (5 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Declares that: (1) national broadcast television networks should not air violent video programming between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.; and (2) legitimate news programs, documentaries, educational programs, and sporting events should not contain violence in excess of what is needed to convey the information intended during these hours.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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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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| June 12, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Michael N. Castle (R-Del.) |