S 602 · 98th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

Radio Broadcasting to Cuba Act

Introduced 1983-02-24· Sponsored by Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 98-111.(1983-10-04)

Recorded Votes

PassedHouse · 1983-09-29
Yea 302Nay 109
PassedHouse · 1983-09-29
Yea 302Nay 109

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Radio Broadcasting to Cuba Act - Amends the Board for International Broadcasting Act of 1973 in order to authorize the Board to provide for radio broadcasting to Cuba. Authorizes the Board to carry out such broadcasting by means of grants, leases, contracts, or other necessary means. Requires such broadcasting to serve as an authoritative source of accurate, objective, and comprehensive news. Sets forth frequency requirements. Authorizes any U.S. agency or instrumentality to sell, lease, or grant property, and to provide administrative and technical support and services on a reimbursable basis at the request of the Board. Prohibits any grant under this Act to Radio Broadcasting to Cuba, Inc., unless such corporation's board of directors and the board of directors of the Board for International Broadcasting consist of the same persons making all major policy decisions for such corporation.…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (20)

5 Democrats15 Republicans