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Proposal:Fairness in Political Advertising Act of 2019

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 116th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Bill HR 896
Type of Legislation House Bill
Congress 116
Source View original on Congress.gov
Geographic Scope
National

Description

Fairness in Political Advertising Act of 2019

This bill requires radio and television broadcasters to make free broadcast time available for political advertising.

Specifically, during an election year, broadcasters generally must allot at least two hours of free broadcast time to each qualified political candidate in a statewide or national election. A broadcaster that fails or refuses to comply with the bill shall not have its license or franchise renewed.

Bill Title

Fairness in Political Advertising Act of 2019

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2019-01-30: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • 2019-01-30: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E114)
  • 2019-01-30: Introduced in House
  • 2019-01-30: Introduced in House

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.

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