OH SCR4

Requests that the United States Congress refrain from enacting the Fairness Doctrine into law.

Notes that the Federal Communications Commission's Fairness Doctrine, which required balanced coverage of controversial issues by broadcast stations, existed prior to 1987.

Argues that the Fairness Doctrine violates First Amendment rights of free speech and free press by restricting journalists' editorial decisions about story balance.

States that the Fairness Doctrine discourages coverage of controversial issues and that broadcasters already provide substantial coverage with contrasting viewpoints through various programming.

Directs the Senate Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the President, Congress, Ohio's congressional delegation, and Ohio news media.