Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy in order to ensure American values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of digital governance.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (30 Mar 2023): Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.
What this bill does
This House resolution expresses a statement of the House of Representatives' opinion. It urges the United States to negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with countries that share similar values. The goal is to ensure that American principles like democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are central to how the digital world is governed.
The resolution affects American workers, consumers, and businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. It aims to create rules that benefit these groups, promote wage growth, and prevent policies that could harm a free and open internet and e-commerce. The resolution also calls for assistance to developing countries to help them participate in digital trade and for consultation with various stakeholders, including worker groups and businesses.
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to committees for consideration. As a "sense of the House" resolution, it does not have the force of law but conveys the sentiment of the House. If passed by the House, it would represent the body's opinion on the matter.
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Official summary
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should negotiate and enforce rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy.
Timeline
30 Mar 2023
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 270 do?
- This House resolution expresses a statement of the House of Representatives' opinion. It urges the United States to negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with countries that share similar values. The goal is to ensure that American principles like democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are central to how the digital world is governed. The resolution affects American workers, consumers, and businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. It aims to create rules that benefit these groups, promote wage growth, and prevent policies that could harm a free and open internet and e-commerce. The resolution also calls for assistance to developing countries to help them participate in digital trade and for consultation with various stakeholders, including worker groups and businesses. This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to committees for consideration. As a "sense of the House" resolution, it does not have the force of law but conveys the sentiment of the House. If passed by the House, it would represent the body's opinion on the matter.
- Has H.Res. 270 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 270. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 270?
- H.Res. 270 was sponsored by Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16] (R-IL), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 270?
- Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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. (30 Mar 2023).
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