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| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2000 |
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STATEMENT OF FCC COMMISSIONER GLORIA TRISTANI ON H.R. 3439
House Action will eliminate 80% of the Low Power FM Radio Stations nationwide
The National Association of Broadcasters has flexed its considerable lobbying muscle and the House of Representatives has rewarded their efforts with the passage of H.R. 3439, a bill designed to seriously restrict the development of low power radio. For example, the House action means that cities like Albuquerque will be not be able to receive any 100-watt low power stations.
In an era of increasing media consolidation, I hope the U.S. Senate will help us establish low power radio as an important new outlet for local groups such as schools, churches and volunteer fire departments to reach their communities. I hope the Senate will help us give a voice to the voiceless.