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Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 352) to postpone the DTV transition date.

4/7/2025, 3:18 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 108

Bill H.Res. 108, also known as the "DTV Transition Date Postponement Bill," is a piece of legislation that was introduced in the US Congress to address the issue of the Digital Television (DTV) transition date. The bill specifically pertains to Senate Bill 352, which aims to postpone the DTV transition date.

The DTV transition date refers to the deadline by which all television broadcasts in the United States must switch from analog to digital format. This transition is important because it allows for better quality television signals and more efficient use of the broadcast spectrum.

The main purpose of Bill H.Res. 108 is to provide for the consideration of Senate Bill 352 in the US Congress. This means that the bill sets out the rules and procedures for debating and voting on Senate Bill 352 in the House of Representatives. The postponement of the DTV transition date is a significant issue that has been debated in Congress for some time. Supporters of postponing the transition date argue that more time is needed to ensure that all Americans are prepared for the switch to digital television. On the other hand, opponents of postponing the transition date argue that delaying the switch will only prolong the inevitable and create confusion among consumers. Overall, Bill H.Res. 108 is an important piece of legislation that addresses the issue of the DTV transition date and sets the stage for further debate and action in Congress. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses and what impact it will have on the future of digital television in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HRES 108

Bill HRES 108 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 3, 2009. Bill HRES 108 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on February 3, 2009.  Bill HRES 108's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of February 4, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 108

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 108

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Congress

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