HR 6219
Protecting Community Television Act
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Bill overview
The Protecting Community Television Act aims to clarify how franchise fees are defined under the Communications Act of 1934. Currently, these fees are defined broadly, but the bill changes the definition to specifically focus on taxes, fees, or other monetary assessments levied by government entities. This change is intended to better support community television stations, which rely on these fees for funding. The bill seeks to ensure consistent and accurate accounting of these revenues.
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Anna G. Eshoo
Cosponsors
Ann M. Kuster
Barbara Lee
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