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Recognizing the 25th anniversary of Radio Free Asia and its mission to provide an independent source of news to closed societies in Asia.

USA117th CongressHRES-693| House 
| Updated: 12/22/2022
James P. McGovern

James P. McGovern

Democratic Representative

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (1)
Steve Chabot (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee, East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution recognizes the importance of Radio Free Asia on its 25th anniversary as an independent news organization chartered and funded by Congress with a mission to bring uncensored, accurate news to people living in closed societies in Asia. The resolution also honors the dedication and courage of the former and current journalists of Radio Free Asia in the face of threats and adversity from foreign governments and rising risks for press freedom in Asia and across the globe.

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Timeline
Sep 29, 2021
Introduced in House
Sep 29, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Feb 22, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
Jul 26, 2022

Latest Companion Bill Action

SRES 117-394
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3687-3688; text: CR S3687-3688)
Dec 22, 2022
Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
Dec 22, 2022
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
  • September 29, 2021
    Introduced in House


  • September 29, 2021
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • February 22, 2022
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.


  • July 26, 2022

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SRES 117-394
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3687-3688; text: CR S3687-3688)


  • December 22, 2022
    Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.


  • December 22, 2022
    Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • SRES 117-394: A resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of Radio Free Asia and its mission to provide an independent source of news to closed societies in Asia.
  • HRES 117-1529: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9640) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for examination and disclosure with respect to Presidential income tax returns; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1942) to standardize the designation of National Heritage Areas, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
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Recognizing the 25th anniversary of Radio Free Asia and its mission to provide an independent source of news to closed societies in Asia.

USA117th CongressHRES-693| House 
| Updated: 12/22/2022
This resolution recognizes the importance of Radio Free Asia on its 25th anniversary as an independent news organization chartered and funded by Congress with a mission to bring uncensored, accurate news to people living in closed societies in Asia. The resolution also honors the dedication and courage of the former and current journalists of Radio Free Asia in the face of threats and adversity from foreign governments and rising risks for press freedom in Asia and across the globe.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

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Timeline
Sep 29, 2021
Introduced in House
Sep 29, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Feb 22, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
Jul 26, 2022

Latest Companion Bill Action

SRES 117-394
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3687-3688; text: CR S3687-3688)
Dec 22, 2022
Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
Dec 22, 2022
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
  • September 29, 2021
    Introduced in House


  • September 29, 2021
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • February 22, 2022
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.


  • July 26, 2022

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SRES 117-394
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3687-3688; text: CR S3687-3688)


  • December 22, 2022
    Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.


  • December 22, 2022
    Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
James P. McGovern

James P. McGovern

Democratic Representative

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (1)
Steve Chabot (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee, East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • SRES 117-394: A resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of Radio Free Asia and its mission to provide an independent source of news to closed societies in Asia.
  • HRES 117-1529: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9640) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for examination and disclosure with respect to Presidential income tax returns; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1942) to standardize the designation of National Heritage Areas, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AsiaBroadcasting, cable, digital technologiesCommemorative events and holidaysCongressional tributesHuman rightsInternational exchange and broadcastingNews media and reporting