Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy in order to ensure American values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of digital governance.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PMSummary of Bill HRES 270
Bill 118 HRES 270, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on digital trade and the digital economy," emphasizes the importance of the United States negotiating strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade with like-minded countries. The goal of these negotiations is to ensure that American values such as democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are prioritized in digital governance.The bill highlights the significance of digital trade and the digital economy in today's interconnected world, stressing the need for the United States to lead in shaping international standards that reflect its values. By working with other countries that share similar principles, the US can promote a digital environment that upholds fundamental rights and freedoms while fostering innovation and economic growth.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 270 calls for a proactive approach to digital trade negotiations, urging the US to prioritize its values in shaping the future of the digital economy. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration with like-minded countries to ensure that American ideals are at the forefront of digital governance.
Current Status of Bill HRES 270
Bill HRES 270 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill HRES 270 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 30, 2023. Bill HRES 270's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 30, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 270
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0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy in order to ensure that the United States values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of digital governance.
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