H.Res. 166 — To express the sense of the House of Representatives concerning violence on television.

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Declares that: (1) national broadcast television networks should not air violent video programming between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.; and (2) legitimate news programs, documentaries, educational programs, and sporting events should not contain violence in excess of what is needed to convey the information intended during these hours.

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1997-06-12
Introduced in House
1997-06-12
Introduced in House
1997-06-12
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1195)
1997-06-12
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
1997-07-01
Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Trade, and Consumer Protection.

To express the sense of the House of Representatives concerning violence on television.

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