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Introduced
05/07/2018
05/07/2018
In Committee
05/09/2018
05/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Global Engagement Center Authorities Act of 2018
AI Summary
This bill amends the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 to clarify the responsibilities of the Global Engagement Center (GEC) of the Department of State. The key provisions include: expanding the GEC's purpose to counter foreign propaganda and disinformation efforts that undermine or influence U.S. policies, security, or stability; authorizing the GEC to provide grants or contracts to various organizations to support efforts to counter disinformation and propaganda; and requiring the Secretary of State and other relevant agency heads to provide annual briefings to Congress on the GEC's activities.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3989) (on 05/16/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/5681/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr5681/BILLS-115hr5681ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr5681/BILLS-115hr5681ih.pdf.pdf |
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