H.R. 1425 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
HERO Act
H.R. 1425 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Mar 25, 2003, sponsored by Jane Harman with 34 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 25, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 34
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
What it does
Homeland Emergency Response Operations Act or HERO Act - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from granting any extension beyond December 31, 2006, for the reassignment of the frequencies assigned for public safety services.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jane Harman (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 25 Democrats, 8 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 25, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet. (Apr 10, 2003)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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