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H.R.642: Broadcaster Freedom Act of 2011
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about science, technology, communications
- Introduced Feb. 10, 2011
- Latest Major Action Feb. 18, 2011
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
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.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
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Feb. 10, 2011 |
Introduced in the House by Mike Pence (R-Ind.) |