S. 12 · 102nd Congress · 1991–1992
A bill to amend title VI of the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure carriage on cable television of local news and other programming and to restore the right of local regulatory authorities to regulate cable television rates, and for other purposes.
S. 12 in the 102nd Congress (1991–1992) became law — introduced on Jan 14, 1991, sponsored by John Danforth. Congress held 8 roll call votes on it.
During the 102nd Congress (1991–1992), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 14, 1991
- Policy area
- Science and technology
- Public law
- Public Law 102-385
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 14, 1991
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 5, 1992
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To require an inquiry by the Federal Communications Commission concerning broadcast television stations…Senate · Jan 29, 1992
- To protect children from indecent cable programming on leased access channels.Senate · Jan 30, 1992
- In the nature of a substitute; The Cable Television Competition Act of 1992.Senate · Jan 31, 1992
- A bill to amend title VI of the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure carriage on cable television of local…Senate · Jan 31, 1992
- Cable television consumer protection and competition act of 1992House · Sep 17, 1992
- A bill to amend title VI of the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure carriage on cable television of local…Senate · Sep 22, 1992
- Cable television consumer protection and competition act of 1992House · Oct 5, 1992
- A bill to amend title VI of the Communications Act of 1934 to ensure carriage on cable television of local…Senate · Oct 5, 1992
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