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Cable Transparency Act: Streamlining Franchise Terms and Modifications

This Act aims to simplify the process for cable operators to modify or eliminate requirements in their franchise agreements and alters rules regarding franchise terms and termination. Citizens might experience changes in cable service offerings as operators gain more flexibility to adapt to new technologies and market conditions, potentially impacting service availability and quality.
Key points
Cable operators can more easily change franchise agreement terms if they show good cause, such as technological changes or legal non-conformity.
Franchise agreements will continue indefinitely without renewal requirements until revoked or terminated.
Local authorities have 120 days to respond to an operator's request for changes; failure to decide means automatic approval.
Cable operators gain the right to appeal local authority decisions regarding franchise modifications or revocations.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5290
Sponsor: Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14]
Process start date: 2025-09-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cable Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5290.

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 2025-09-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Cable operators can more easily change franchise agreement terms if they show good cause, such as technological changes or legal non-conformity.
  • Franchise agreements will continue indefinitely without renewal requirements until revoked or terminated.
  • Local authorities have 120 days to respond to an operator's request for changes; failure to decide means automatic approval.
  • Cable operators gain the right to appeal local authority decisions regarding franchise modifications or revocations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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