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S.RES.405: A resolution reaffirming the centrality of freedom of expression and press freedom as cornerstones of United States foreign policy and United States efforts to promote individual rights, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Feb. 2, 2010
- Latest Major Action Feb. 2, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (4 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Reaffirms the centrality of the freedoms of expression and the press as cornerstones of U.S. foreign policy and U.S. efforts to promote individual rights. Expresses concern over official efforts in many countries to restrict speech and expression, including attempts to restrict Internet access. Welcomes the diplomatic initiative announced by Secretary of State Clinton to encourage Internet freedom globally. Condemns the cyber attacks allegedly...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Feb. 2, 2010 |
Introduced in the Senate by Edward E. Kaufman (D-Del.) |