Foreign Government Ownership Act of 2001 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit any broadcast license, permit, or operating authority from being granted to or held by a corporation, joint venture, partnership, other business organization, trust, or other entity controlled by a foreign government or its representatives. Prohibits the Federal Communications Commission from waiving the application of such prohibition. Sets forth: (1) tests for determining foreign control; and (2) enforcement mechanisms, including revocation and reassignment.
Actions
Nov 8, 2001
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Nov 8, 2001
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11625)