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To prohibit the use of Federal funds to establish or carry out the activities of a Disinformation Governance Board of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
12/30/2022, 12:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7690
Bill 117 hr 7690, also known as the "Disinformation Governance Board Prohibition Act," aims to prevent the use of Federal funds to create or support a Disinformation Governance Board within the Department of Homeland Security. The bill seeks to prohibit the establishment or implementation of any activities related to this board, which would be responsible for addressing and combating disinformation.
The purpose of this legislation is to prevent the potential misuse of government resources and power in regulating information and communication. The bill aims to ensure that the government does not overstep its boundaries in monitoring or controlling the flow of information, particularly in the realm of disinformation.
By prohibiting the use of Federal funds for the establishment or operation of a Disinformation Governance Board, the bill aims to protect freedom of speech and prevent government censorship. It also seeks to uphold the principles of transparency and accountability within the Department of Homeland Security. Overall, Bill 117 hr 7690 is designed to safeguard against potential government overreach in addressing disinformation, while also promoting the importance of free and open communication in a democratic society.
The purpose of this legislation is to prevent the potential misuse of government resources and power in regulating information and communication. The bill aims to ensure that the government does not overstep its boundaries in monitoring or controlling the flow of information, particularly in the realm of disinformation.
By prohibiting the use of Federal funds for the establishment or operation of a Disinformation Governance Board, the bill aims to protect freedom of speech and prevent government censorship. It also seeks to uphold the principles of transparency and accountability within the Department of Homeland Security. Overall, Bill 117 hr 7690 is designed to safeguard against potential government overreach in addressing disinformation, while also promoting the importance of free and open communication in a democratic society.
Congressional Summary of HR 7690
This bill prohibits the use of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funds to carry out the activities of a Disinformation Governance Board or to establish or carry out the activities of any other DHS entity that is substantially similar to the board.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7690
Bill HR 7690 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 10, 2022. Bill HR 7690 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 10, 2022. Bill HR 7690's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability. as of May 11, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7690
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
42Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
42Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7690
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7690
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to establish or carry out the activities of a Disinformation Governance Board of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to establish or carry out the activities of a Disinformation Governance Board of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7690
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