McCain Supports Giving Broadcasters First Responder Status

MCCAIN SUPPORTS GIVING BROADCASTERS FIRST RESPONDER STATUS
[SOURCE: Broadcasting&Cable, AUTHOR: John Eggerton]
Sen John McCain (R-AR) has signed on as co-sponsor of a bill, first offered by Sen Mary Landrieu (D-LA), that would give broadcasters first responder status and access to disaster areas and fuel, food and water in times of emergency. With Appropriations Committee markups aplenty to occupy Sen Landrieu's time, don't look for a big push on the bill until after the July recess, when more co-sponsors and a mark-up date will be sought. A similar bill has been introduced in the House.
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