Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984

The Communications Act of 1934 is amended to provide a national policy regarding cable television by establishing franchise procedures and standards that encourage the growth and development of cable systems. The law requires cable operators to designate channel capacity for commercial use, public, educational, or governmental access facilities, and other services. It also regulates rates, services, facilities, and equipment provided by cable operators, and establishes a process for franchise renewal. Additionally, the law requires cable operators to provide notice to subscribers regarding personally identifiable information collected or disclosed by the operator, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, or sex. The law also addresses issues related to pole attachments and unauthorized reception of certain communications. The provisions of this Act shall apply with respect to cable service, to all persons engaged within the United States in providing such service, and to the facilities of cable operators which relate to such service, as provided in title VI.