Bills/H.R. 5311

CABLE Expansion Act

CABLE Expansion Act

In CommitteeTechnologyHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
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Plain Language Summary

# CABLE Expansion Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The CABLE Expansion Act (HR 5311) would modify federal regulations governing cable television and broadcasting. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the summary provided, the bill's focus areas suggest it would address how cable and digital services are licensed and regulated at the federal level, potentially affecting how states and localities can oversee these industries. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact cable television providers, broadcasters, and the companies that offer digital services.

It could also affect state and local governments that currently have regulatory authority over cable operations, as well as consumers who use cable and broadcast services. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Julie Fedorchak (R-North Dakota). --- *Note: To provide more detailed information about specific provisions, the full text of the bill would need to be reviewed, as the summary provided focuses mainly on general subject areas.*.

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Latest Action

September 11, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Subjects

Broadcasting, cable, digital technologiesLicensing and registrationsState and local government operationsTelevision and film

Key Dates

Introduced
September 11, 2025
Last Updated
September 11, 2025
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