Broadcast Licensing in the Public Interest Act
To ensure broadcast station licenses are utilized to serve the public interest.
Other Bill Titles (2 more) 12/19/2007--Introduced.
Broadcast Licensing in the Public Interest Act - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require, as a part of broadcast station license renewal, that a station demonstrate it's dedication to civic affairs, local news, local programming, elections, and edu... moreSee Full Bill Text
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This bill has no amendments.
Bill Status
| Introduced | ![]() | Voted on by House | ![]() | Voted on by Senate | ![]() | Considered By President | ![]() | Bill Becomes Law |
| December 19, 2007 |
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Blog Coverage
May 06, 2008 Scholarship Update
In the context of broadcasting, representatives Anna Eshoo (D-CA 14th) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI 2nd) are the latest to transgress, offering this year their "Broadcast Licensing in the Public Interest Act" (HR 4882). ...
Source: Technical Studies
March 11, 2008 Eshoo Bill Calls For Licensing In "Public Interest"
HR 4882, the "Broadcast Licensing in the Public Interest Act," is in the hopper, introduced by Anna Eshoo (D-CA), with four co-sponsors. If enacted into law, the eight-year broadcast licensing term would be reduced to three, ...
Source: Bay Area Radio Digest
December 20, 2007 HR_Broadcast Licensing in the Public Interest Act
Excerpt:. Representative Anna G. Eshoo (D-California 14th) introduced the Broadcast Licensing in the Public Interest Act. The bill would strengthen public interest obligations on broadcasters. read more.
Source: Benton Foundation - Legislation








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