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More Local News on Cable TV

This act aims to ensure that more local low-power television stations broadcasting news are available on cable TV. This will provide residents in areas lacking local information with better access to news from their community, helping them make informed decisions about their local area.
Key points
Low-power television stations sharing facilities with certain full-power stations and broadcasting local news will be required to be carried on cable systems.
To qualify, a station must broadcast at least 14 hours of common local programming per week, including 7 hours between 6 PM and midnight, and maintain a local studio.
These stations will need to regularly disclose their local programming, and this information will be made public, increasing transparency.
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Print number: 117_HR_5393
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Process start date: 2021-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eliminating Local News Deserts Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5393.

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 2021-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Low-power television stations sharing facilities with certain full-power stations and broadcasting local news will be required to be carried on cable systems.
  • To qualify, a station must broadcast at least 14 hours of common local programming per week, including 7 hours between 6 PM and midnight, and maintain a local studio.
  • These stations will need to regularly disclose their local programming, and this information will be made public, increasing transparency.
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. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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