S. 66 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984
A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934.
S. 66 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Jan 26, 1983, sponsored by Barry Goldwater. Congress held 6 roll call votes on it.
During the 98th Congress (1983–1984), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 26, 1983
- Policy area
- Science and technology
- Public law
- Public Law 98-549
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 26, 1983
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 30, 1984
Every roll call vote on this bill
- To amend S. 66, a measure creating a jurisdictional framework to apportion the authority regulating cable…Senate · Jun 14, 1983
- To amend S. 66 to maintain the regulatory status for both local and long distance telecommunications…Senate · Jun 14, 1983
- To amend S. 66 to preserve all cable companies' existing contracts negotiated with corporations and…Senate · Jun 14, 1983
- To table the dixon amendment to S. 66. The dixon amendment provides that when a cable franchise comes in for…Senate · Jun 14, 1983
- To amend S. 66 to provide that cable operators may not automatically increase rates annually. (motion…Senate · Jun 14, 1983
- To pass S. 66. (motion passed) see note(s) 8Senate · Jun 14, 1983
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