Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act

10/23/2024, 1:49 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9913

Bill 118 hr 9913, also known as the Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from interfering in the electoral process.

The bill aims to ensure that the FCC does not have the authority to regulate or control political speech or content on broadcast stations, cable systems, or satellite providers. It also prohibits the FCC from imposing any regulations that would restrict the ability of individuals or organizations to engage in political speech or advertising.

Additionally, the Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act seeks to protect the First Amendment rights of individuals and organizations to freely express their political views without fear of government censorship or interference. It emphasizes the importance of a free and fair electoral process, where all voices can be heard without undue influence from regulatory agencies. Overall, this bill is designed to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process and ensure that political speech remains protected under the Constitution. It aims to prevent the FCC from overstepping its bounds and infringing on the rights of individuals and organizations to participate in the democratic process.

Congressional Summary of HR 9913

Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act

This bill prohibits the Federal Communications Commission from finalizing or enforcing the proposed rule titled Disclosure and Transparency of Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content in Political Advertisements and published on August 5, 2024, or any substantially similar rule. The proposed rule would require radio and television broadcasters to announce the presence of content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements as applicable.   

Current Status of Bill HR 9913

Bill HR 9913 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 4, 2024. Bill HR 9913 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 4, 2024.  Bill HR 9913's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of October 4, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9913

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9913

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9913

Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections ActEnding FCC Meddling in Our Elections ActTo prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from promulgating or enforcing rules regarding disclosure of artificial intelligence-generated content in political advertisements.
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