Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives about a national strategy for the Internet of Things to promote economic growth and consumer empowerment.
Latest action · Sep 12, 2016 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Progress
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- IntroducedSep 7, 2016
- Agreed to in HouseSep 12, 2016
Summary
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Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should: (1) develop a national strategy to encourage development of the Internet of Things for connected technologies to empower consumers, foster future economic growth, and improve the nation's collective social well-being; (2) recognize the role of businesses in the future development of the Internet of Things; (3) engage in inclusive dialogue with industry and work cooperatively; and (4) determine if using the Internet of Things can improve the government's efficiency and effectiveness and cut waste, fraud, and abuse.
Calls on U.S. innovators to commit to improving the quality of life for future generations by developing safe, new technologies aimed at tackling the most challenging societal issues facing the world.
Recorded votes 1
Newest first. Open one to see how every member voted.
| Roll call | Question | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| House 496 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed367–4 | Sep 12, 2016 |
Cosponsors 3
Members who signed on, in the order they did. All signed on Sep 7, 2016.
| Seat | Cosponsor | Signed on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-VT | Peter Welch | Original | Sep 7, 2016 |
| R-OH | Robert E. Latta | Original | Sep 7, 2016 |
| D-NY | Yvette D. Clarke | Original | Sep 7, 2016 |
Actions 10
Everything that happened, newest first.
- Sep 12, 2016At 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.
- Sep 12, 2016Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5309)
- Sep 12, 2016Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5298-5300)
- Sep 12, 2016DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 847.
- Sep 12, 2016Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Related bills 2
Companion bills and other measures the record links to this one.
| Bill | Title | Relationship | Latest action |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRES 110 | A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate about a strategy for the Internet of Things to promote economic growth and consumer empowerment. | Related bill | Mar 24, 2015 |
| HRES 195 | Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives about a national strategy for the Internet of Things to promote economic growth and consumer empowerment. | Related bill | Apr 17, 2015 |
Subjects
Assigned by the Library of Congress. Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications.
Text 2
Each version as it was printed, newest first.
- Sep 12, 2016Engrossed in House
- Sep 7, 2016Introduced in House
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