Officially: Condemning attempts to use Federal regulatory power or litigation to suppress lawful speech, particularly speech critical of a political party or the President of the United States, and warning against the rise of authoritarianism.
H.Res.748 formally condemns using federal agencies like the FCC or lawsuits to suppress speech critical of political leaders. It warns this resembles authoritarian tactics and calls on all officials to protect free expression.
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Sitting in the Judiciary
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Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
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Latest: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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. (9/19/2025)
House Floor Vote
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Agreed to in House
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