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Promoting Media Diversity: New Rules for the Communications Marketplace.

This act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to consider market entry barriers for socially disadvantaged individuals in the communications sector. This aims to promote greater diversity and equal opportunities in the media industry, potentially leading to a wider choice of services and content for citizens.
Key points
The FCC will analyze whether socially disadvantaged individuals face difficulties in establishing businesses in the communications sector.
The goal is to foster diversity and equal access to the media market, which may impact the quality and availability of services for everyone.
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Print number: 117_HR_1754
Sponsor: Rep. Long, Billy [R-MO-7]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MEDIA Diversity Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1754.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The FCC will analyze whether socially disadvantaged individuals face difficulties in establishing businesses in the communications sector.
  • The goal is to foster diversity and equal access to the media market, which may impact the quality and availability of services for everyone.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Long, Billy [R-MO-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 7 of H. Res. 535, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 678; H.R. 1036; H.R. 1079, as amended; H.R. 1158; H.R. 1250; H.R. 1754; H.R. 1833, as amended; H.R. 1850; H.R. 1871; H.R. 1877, as amended; H.R. 1893; H.R. 1895; H.R. 2118; H.R. 2795, as amended; H.R. 2928; H.R. 2980, as amended; H.R. 3003; H.R. 3138, as amended; H.R. 3223; H.R. 3263; and H.R. 3264; and the following resolutions were agreed to under suspension of the rules: H. Res. 277; and H. Res. 294. (consideration: CR H3715-3730; text: CR H3718)

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Media and Culture Economy