The document discusses obscenity and indecency laws as they relate to broadcasting in the United States. It defines obscenity and indecency, outlines the three-pronged test used by the Supreme Court to determine if something is obscene, and explains that indecent content is protected by the First Amendment but can be restricted when children may be in the audience. It also describes the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as being responsible for enforcing these laws through investigating complaints and issuing fines.