HR 4736 · 102th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

Taxpayer's Right to View Act of 1992

Introduced 1992-04-01· Sponsored by Rep. Lipinski, William O. [D-IL-5]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: For Further Action See H.R.4850.(1992-07-23)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Taxpayer's Right to View Act of 1992 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit a cable operator from assessing separate charges for any video programming of a sporting, theatrical, or other entertainment event if that event is performed at a facility constructed, renovated, or maintained with tax revenues or by an organization that receives public financial support. Authorizes the Federal Communications Commission and local franchising authorities to make determinations concerning the applicability of such prohibition. Sets forth conditions under which a facility is considered to have been constructed, maintained, or renovated with tax revenues. Considers events performed by nonprofit or public organizations that receive tax subsidies to be subject to this Act if the event is sponsored by, or includes the participation of a team that is part of, a tax exempt organization.…

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Cosponsors (3)

2 Democrats1 Republican