Public Law 117-344 · S. 3405 · Became law January 5, 2023

Low Power Protection Act

Official title: “To require the Federal Communications Commission to issue a rule providing that certain low power television stations may be accorded primary status as Class A television licensees, and for other purposes.”

House: voice vote · Senate: without objection
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