- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Sep 10, 2025
What it does
The Cable Transparency Act would amend the Communications Act of 1934 to allow cable operators to request the elimination or modification of franchise requirements—such as service obligations or public access provisions—by demonstrating good cause (e.g., technological changes, legal compliance, or commercial impracticability) while maintaining the overall mix, quality, and level of cable services originally required. If a franchising authority fails to act on a complete request within 120 days, the requested change is automatically deemed approved, except for requirements related to public, educational, or governmental access. The bill also restricts the ability of franchising authorities…
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