U.S. Senator Rand Paul | U.S. Senator Rand Paul official website
U.S. Senator Rand Paul | U.S. Senator Rand Paul official website
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced the Local News and Broadcast Media Preservation Act on Wednesday, aiming to provide local broadcasters and newspapers with relief from what he describes as outdated government restrictions.
“With the rise of social media and an ever-changing media landscape, it is imperative that our local newspapers and broadcasters are given the freedom to adapt. My Local News and Broadcast Media Preservation Act gets government out of the way and frees broadcast media from the chains that restrict their ability to better serve their customers,” said Dr. Paul.
The proposed legislation seeks to exempt print, broadcast, and digital news organizations from federal antitrust laws, enabling them to compete with and negotiate with national tech companies. Additionally, it would permit local broadcast companies to merge without government interference, enhancing their competitive stance against tech giants.
The bill also aims to eliminate local and national caps on radio and television ownership, fostering an environment conducive to maximum flexibility for competition and negotiation.
Further details about Dr. Paul’s Local News and Broadcast Media Preservation Act can be accessed [HERE].
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