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- H.CON.RES.77
H.CON.RES.77: Calling on the Government of Venezuela to respect a free and independent media and to avoid all acts of censorship against the media and free expression.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced March 1, 2007
- Latest Major Action March 1, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (1 Democrat, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Supports members of the media in Venezuela who are facing an assault on their rights to freedoms of the press, speech, and expression. Expresses concern regarding the announcement of Venezuelan President Chavez not to renew the broadcasting license of Radio Caracas Television (RCTV), and calls upon the government of Venezuela to reverse the decision not to renew RCTV's license. Urges the government of Venezuela to: (1) create an independent...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| March 1, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Gerald C. Weller (R-Ill.) |