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- H.R.1948
H.R.1948: Broadcasters Fairness in Advertising Act of 1999
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced May 26, 1999
- Latest Major Action June 24, 1999
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Broadcasters Fairness in Advertising Act of 1999 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit any person from purchasing or placing an advertisement by wire or radio communication which discriminates against any communications entity by reason of the race, color, or ethnic background of: (1) any entity owner; or (2) the group to which the communications format of the entity is predominately designed to appeal. Authorizes either a...
(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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| May 26, 1999 |
Introduced in the House by Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.) |