To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require broadcasters to participate in drug and substance abuse information and education efforts as a part of their public service obligations.

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Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission, in its review of any application for renewal of a commercial or noncommercial television broadcast license, to consider the extent to which the licensee has participated in efforts to educate and inform the public as to the dangers of drug and substance abuse and appropriate methods for obtaining treatment. Prohibits the Commission from finding that a renewal is consistent with the public interest, convenience, and necessity unless the applicant demonstrates that: (1) the station has broadcast public service announcements concerning drug and substance abuse and treatment during each hour of its broadcasting day; and (2) the duration of such announcements equals not less than five percent of the duration of commercial advertisements during that hour. Requires the Commission to include in its annual reports to the Congress an analysis of broadcasters' progress in meeting the requirements of this Act.

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• Introduced in House (text)

  Introduced in House · EN · 25 April 1996

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  Introduced in House · EN · 25 April 1996

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  summary · EN · 25 April 1996

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