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HR 9067

To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for a gender identity content descriptor for video programming, and for other purposes.

119th Congress Introduced by Sheri Biggs and 3 co-sponsors

The bill would require a gender identity content descriptor on qualifying video programming to inform viewers and standardize labeling across providers.

Introduced in House
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Bill Summary · HR 9067

Overview

HR 9067, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require a gender identity content descriptor for video programming and to address related purposes. The bill currently has two co-sponsors: Rep. Julia Letlow and Rep. Barry Moore. It was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on May 29, 2026.

Primary purpose and intent

  • Establish a formal content descriptor related to gender identity for video programming.
  • Ensure that video content providers—likely including broadcast, cable, and streaming distributors—apply a standardized descriptor when programming involves gender identity themes, characters, or narratives.
  • The bill seeks to enhance transparency for viewers, especially parents, guardians, and other consumers who may want to know in advance whether programming includes gender identity content.

Key provisions and changes

  • Amendment to the Communications Act of 1934: The bill would insert or modify provisions to require a gender identity content descriptor for qualifying video programming.
  • Descriptor requirements: Providers would need to designate or label certain programming with a designated gender identity descriptor. The descriptor specifics (e.g., wording, categories, or thresholds) are not detailed in the summary but would be defined in the bill text.
  • Applicability: Applies to video programming offered by covered entities subject to the Communications Act, potentially including networks, services, and platforms distributing video content.
  • Compliance and enforcement: The bill would establish compliance mechanisms (e.g., operator obligations, record-keeping, and potential penalties or oversight) consistent with other content labeling and disclosure requirements under federal communications law.

Affected parties and scope

  • Video programming providers and distributors (broadcasters, cable, satellite, streaming services) subject to the Communications Act.
  • Content creators and program producers whose works contain gender identity themes that would trigger labeling.
  • Consumers and viewers who would rely on the descriptor to make informed viewing choices.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and referral: Introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce (May 29, 2026).
  • Next steps: The committee would typically consider the bill, potentially mark up amendments, and vote to report it to the full House. If reported, it would proceed to floor consideration and further legislative steps.
  • Implementation timeline: The bill text would specify effective dates for when descriptors must be implemented by covered entities, any phased compliance schedule, and transition provisions. These details are not provided in the summary and would require reviewing the bill’s text.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Consumer information: May improve transparency for viewers regarding the presence of gender identity content in video programming.
  • Industry compliance: Requires broadcasters and distributors to implement labeling systems, update metadata, and ensure consistency across platforms.
  • Privacy and content considerations: Providers might need to balance labeling with existing content classification regimes; the bill would need to address edge cases (e.g., minimal or incidental gender identity content vs. central themes).
  • Regulatory alignment: Fits within broader federal labeling and disclosure frameworks under the Communications Act.

Note: This summary reflects the information available from the bill listing. For a precise understanding of the descriptor definitions, scope, enforcement, and effective dates, the full text of HR 9067 and any accompanying committee reports should be consulted.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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