Congress 115 - HR 5681 - Global Engagement Center Authorities Act of 2018

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Armed Forces and National Security Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies Congressional oversight Digital media Government information and archives Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information International exchange and broadcasting Internet and video services Internet, web applications, social media Public contracts and procurement Subversive activities

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Global Engagement Center Authorities Act of 2018

This bill revises provisions relating to the Global Engagement Center and its role in countering foreign and non-state propaganda and disinformation efforts aimed at undermining the policies, security, or stability of the United States and its allies and partner states. It also modifies the center's grant program for assisting specified entities in countering such propaganda and disinformation efforts. The Department of State shall brief Congress at least annually on the activities of the center.

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May 16, 2018

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3989)
May 9, 2018

Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.
May 9, 2018

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
May 9, 2018

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
May 8, 2018

Referred to the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.
May 7, 2018

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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.
May 7, 2018

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