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H.R.491: Global Online Freedom Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Feb. 4, 2013
- Latest Major Action Feb. 25, 2013
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Global Online Freedom Act of 2013 - Makes it U.S. policy to: (1) promote the freedom to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media; (2) use all appropriate instruments of U.S. influence to support the free flow of information without interference or discrimination; and (3) deter U.S. businesses from cooperating with Internet-restricting countries in effecting online censorship. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1)...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb. 25, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
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| Feb. 4, 2013 |
Referred to House Financial Services
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| Feb. 4, 2013 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Feb. 4, 2013 |
Referred to House Foreign Affairs
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| Feb. 4, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |