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Bill would block FCC from acting against broadcasters over viewpoints

Officially: Broadcast Freedom and Independence Act of 2025

Broadcasters and related companies could not lose FCC approvals or licenses because of the views they air. The bill also blocks the FCC from attaching viewpoint-based terms to some deals. The FCC would still keep power over certain illegal broadcasts and unprotected incitement.

Where it stands

Sitting in Commerce

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Adds a new section called "Viewpoint Protection" to Title I of the Communications Act of 1934.
Stops the FCC from revoking licenses, denying authorizations, or taking other action because of someone's viewpoints. That rule applies even if viewpoint is only part of the reason.
Blocks the FCC from adding viewpoint-related terms to approvals under Communications Act section 214(a) through (c) and section 310(d). Those are the parts of the law the FCC uses to review some line transfers and broadcast license transfers.

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Introduced

Introduced in Senate

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Senate Committee

Under Senate committee consideration

Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (3/5/2025)

MAR 5

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Senate Floor Vote

Voted on by Senate

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Passed Senate

Approved by Senate

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House Review

Sent to House for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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