Drop an F-Bomb over the airwaves, get fined $325,000.

Since there isn’t much going on, the Federal Government is focusing on stopping potty mouthed on air personalities from cursing on the radio and TV. The new fine, for uttering the word “fuck” on-air, is going to be increased to $325,000 from the current maximum penalty of $32,500 per violation.

The U.S. Congress on Wednesday sent President George W. Bush a bill to boost fines tenfold to $325,000 on broadcast television and radio stations that violate decency standards, a victory for conservative groups.

The legislation, which Bush is expected to sign, caps fines at $3 million for continuing violations. The House approved it by a 379 to 35 vote on Wednesday, while the Senate passed the measure by unanimous consent last month.

Source: BoingBoing