Communications Act of 1934

The Communications Act of 1934 is a U.S. law that created the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to regulate interstate and international communication, including radio, television, and telephone services. Its primary goals were to ensure that communication services were accessible to all Americans and to promote competition and innovation. The Act aimed to prevent monopolies and ensure fair practices in the rapidly growing communications industry. It laid the foundation for modern telecommunications policy, balancing the interests of consumers, providers, and the government in managing communication technologies and industries.