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S.RES.438: A resolution expressing the sense of Congress that institutions of higher education should adopt policies and educational programs on their campuses to help deter and eliminate illicit copyright infringement occurring on, and encourage educational uses of
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced April 7, 2006
- Latest Major Action April 7, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (2 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that colleges and universities should continue to take: (1) a leadership role in educating students regarding the detrimental consequences of online infringement of intellectual property rights; and (2) all practicable steps to deter and eliminate unauthorized peer-to-peer computer use by warning students of the risks of such use and educating them concerning the value of intellectual property.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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April 7, 2006 |
Introduced in the Senate by Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) |