Calling on African governments to protect and promote human rights through internet freedom and digital integration for all citizens across the continent of Africa.
Latest action (1 Oct 2020): Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Official summary
This resolution condemns the restriction of internet access across Africa and urges African governments to employ specified measures to ensure the integrity and security of their telecommunications infrastructures. The resolution also encourages telecommunications providers and businesses operating in Africa to facilitate open and secure access to the internet.
Timeline
1 Oct 2020
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 768 do?
- This resolution condemns the restriction of internet access across Africa and urges African governments to employ specified measures to ensure the integrity and security of their telecommunications infrastructures. The resolution also encourages telecommunications providers and businesses operating in Africa to facilitate open and secure access to the internet.
- Has H.Res. 768 become law?
- Not yet. As of 1 Oct 2020, H.Res. 768 is ordered reported.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 768?
- H.Res. 768 was sponsored by Rep. Karen Bass [D-CA37, 2013-2022] (Democrat-CA), with 41 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 768?
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (1 Oct 2020).
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