HR 13961 · 94th Congress · Government Operations and Politics
A bill to amend sections 203 and 204 of the Communications Act of 1934.
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EnactedLatest: Measure laid on table in House, S. 2054 passed in lieu.(1976-07-20)
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Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to provide that no change shall be made in the charges, classifications, regulations, or practices of common carriers engaged in interstate or foreign communication by wire or radio, which have been filed and published except after 90 days (presently 30 days) notice to the Federal Communications Commission and to the public. Provides that the Commission may extend such period to a maximum of 90 days. Authorizes the Commission, pending a hearing on the reasonableness of a proposed change, to suspend the operation of new or revised charges, classifications, regulations, or practices for a period of five months (presently three months) beyond the time when it would otherwise go into effect. Provides that the Commission may allow part of a charge, classification, regulation, or practice to go into effect on a temporary basis.…
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