To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require radio and television broadcasters to provide free broadcasting time for political advertising, and for other purposes.
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.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E114)
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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