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H.R.1606: Online Freedom of Speech Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced April 13, 2005
- Latest Major Action March 13, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (3 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Online Freedom of Speech Act - Amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to exclude communications over the Internet from the meaning of public communication subject to the Act.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Congressional Budget Office Estimate
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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Mrs. Miller (MI) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1606.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 225 - 182 (Roll no. 559).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Reported by the Committee on House Administration. H. Rept. 109-389.
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Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 211.
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April 13, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Jeb Hensarling (R-Texas) |