Bill · H.R. 1880· House(119-HR-1880)

Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act of 2025

Age: 82 years

California

Introduced: 3/5/2025
Last activity: 3/5/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Doris Matsui
Cosponsors: - 13 - 0

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The ``Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act of 2025'' aims to amend the Communications Act of 1934. It seeks to clarify that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is prohibited from taking action against broadcast licensees or other persons based on their viewpoints. This includes preventing the revocation of licenses or authorizations due to disseminated viewpoints. Additionally, it prohibits the Commission from placing conditions on certain transaction approvals based on viewpoints. The bill also outlines specific exceptions where the Commission retains its authority.

Yes

Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+9
The act explicitly protects broadcasters from regulatory retaliation or conditions based on the viewpoints they disseminate.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+8
The bill prohibits the FCC from revoking licenses or placing conditions on transactions based on the viewpoints of the licensee.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3
The bill establishes limits on the FCC's ability to use its regulatory authority to influence political agendas.