HR 9536 · 93th Congress · Sports and Recreation

A bill to amend section 307 of the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit blackouts of professional sports events which are sold out.

Introduced 1973-07-24· Sponsored by Rep. Staggers, Harley O. [D-WV-2]· 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: Referred to House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce.(1973-07-24)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] States that, within 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission shall by rule prohibit any person from entering into any agreement which provides for broadcasting of any collegiate or professional football, baseball, basketball, or hockey game, unless such agreement permits the broadcast of such game in the area in which the game is played if the game is sold out. (Adds 47 U.S.C. 307(f))…

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