H.RES.939: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that access to digital communications tools and connectivity is necessary to prepare youth in the United States to compete in the 21st century economy.

About This Bill

  • Introduced Nov. 30, 2016
  • Latest Major Action Dec. 6, 2016

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Bill Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that access to digital communications tools and connectivity is necessary to prepare youth to compete in the economy.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Dec. 6, 2016

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 1 (Roll no. 605). (text: CR H7200-7201)

Dec. 6, 2016
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7250-7251)
Dec. 6, 2016
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.
Dec. 6, 2016
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 939.
Dec. 6, 2016
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7200-7201)
Dec. 6, 2016
Mr. Latta moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Nov. 30, 2016
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Nov. 30, 2016

Introduced in the House by Peter Welch (D-Vt.)

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