US HR915 | 2009-2010 | 111th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 5-3)
Status: Introduced on November 18 2009 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2009-12-08 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on November 18 2009 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2009-12-08 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Condemns the action of the Hungarian National Radio and Television Board when it awarded national community radio licenses. Encourages the Republic of Hungary to: (1) respect the rule of law and treat foreign investors fairly; and (2) maintain its commitment to a free press.
Title
Encouraging the Republic of Hungary to respect the rule of law, treat foreign investors fairly, and promote a free and independent press.
Sponsors
| Rep. Dan Burton [R-IN] | Rep. Andre Carson [D-IN] | Sen. Joe Donnelly [D-IN] | Rep. Brad Ellsworth [D-IN] |
| Rep. Baron Hill [D-IN] | Rep. Mike Pence [R-IN] | Rep. Mark Souder [R-IN] | Rep. Peter Visclosky [D-IN] |
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2009-12-08 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | |
| 2009-12-08 | On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 333 - 74, 3 Present (Roll no. 937). (text: CR H13563) | |
| 2009-12-08 | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H13599) | |
| 2009-12-08 | 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. | |
| 2009-12-08 | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 915. | |
| 2009-12-08 | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H13563-13567) | |
| 2009-12-08 | Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. | |
| 2009-11-18 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. |
Subjects
Europe
Human rights
Hungary
Licensing and registrations
News media and reporting
Rule of law and government transparency
U.S. and foreign investments
