HR 6402 · 109th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

Satellite Consumer Protection Act of 2006

Introduced 2006-12-06· Sponsored by Rep. Mollohan, Alan B. [D-WV-1]· House

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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.(2006-12-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Satellite Consumer Protection Act of 2006 - Grants a satellite carrier under an injunction for certain secondary transmission violations a statutory license to provide distant network stations in specified local markets under prescribed conditions. Requires a satellite carrier as a condition of license use to deposit escrow funds with the Copyright Office. Imposes monetary penalties for license violations. Terminates such license authority after February 17, 2009.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat
Rep. Rahall, Nick J., II [D-WV-3]WV