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To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for time limits for action by the Federal Communications Commission on applications for the transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission, and for other purposes.
2/27/2026, 9:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7742
The bill titled "To amend the Communications Act of 1934" and designated as H.R. 7742 in the 119th Congress, introduced on February 26, 2026, aims to modify the Communications Act to set time limits for Federal Communications Commission (FCC) action on applications regarding the transfer of control or assignment of licenses under the FCC's jurisdiction. The bill likely seeks to expedite FCC decision-making processes concerning license transfers and authorizations, and may include provisions addressing efficiency and timelines for FCC actions on such matters.
Current Status of Bill HR 7742
Bill HR 7742 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2026. Bill HR 7742 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2026. Bill HR 7742's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 26, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7742
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7742
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7742
To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for time limits for action by the Federal Communications Commission on applications for the transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission, and for other purposes.
To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for time limits for action by the Federal Communications Commission on applications for the transfer of control or assignment of any license or other authorization subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7742
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