HRES 693
117th Congress
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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.
Introduced: September 29, 2021
Introduced by:
McGovern, James P.
Democratic
· Massachusetts
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Became law
Dec 21, 2022
Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
Dec 21, 2022
Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
Feb 22, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
Sep 29, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sep 29, 2021
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
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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Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
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