The media law draft has gained support of part of the opposition bringing it closer to the much awaited parliamentary vote.    

The major change envisaged by the proposed legislative packet is abolishing the existing radio and television fee paid by individual listeners and viewers in favor of a public mission fund. Also, creating a new seven member National Broadcasting Council nominated by the House , Senate and President. Another novelty would be extracting regional radio and television public media centers to function as independent companies. 

The compromise has not been accepted by the major opposition Law and Justice party, which wants to maintain the system of listener and viewer fees.  

The tabled project still awaits public consultations. The first House reading of the proposed law is planned for April, while the whole legislative process is hoped to be completed by June.

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