H.R.642: Broadcaster Freedom Act of 2011

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147 (3 Democrats, 144 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Broadcaster Freedom Act of 2011 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from having the authority to require broadcasters to present opposing viewpoints on controversial issues of public importance, commonly referred to as the Fairness Doctrine.

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Feb. 10, 2011

Introduced in the House by Mike Pence (R-Ind.)

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