Kid Friendly TV Programming Act of 2005

The Kid Friendly TV Programming Act of 2005 (S. 946) was a legislative proposal designed to give parents more control over the content entering their homes through cable and satellite television. The bill would have required television providers to offer a specific "child-friendly" package consisting of at least 15 channels suitable for children, separate from standard programming tiers. Additionally, the bill mandated that providers include clear instructions on how to block specific channels in every monthly bill sent to customers.

For the average citizen, this bill aimed to make family-oriented content more accessible and affordable by allowing subscribers to choose a package free of adult-themed programming. It also sought to ensure that parents were regularly informed about technical tools available to restrict what their children could watch. While the bill was introduced and referred to a committee, it did not advance further to become law.