HRES 915
111th Congress
House
International Affairs
Europe
Human rights
Hungary
Licensing and registrations
News media and reporting
Rule of law and government transparency
U.S. and foreign investments
Encouraging the Republic of Hungary to respect the rule of law, treat foreign investors fairly, and promote a free and independent press.
Introduced: November 18, 2009
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Dec 8, 2009
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Dec 8, 2009
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)
Dec 8, 2009
Passed/agreed to in House: 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)
Dec 8, 2009
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H13599)
Dec 8, 2009
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 8, 2009
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 915.
Dec 8, 2009
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H13563-13567)
Dec 8, 2009
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Nov 18, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Nov 18, 2009
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 2009 | House · vote #937 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 333–74 | See who voted → |
Plain-English 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.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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Cosponsors
1