HR 909 · 111th Congress · International Affairs
Public Diplomacy Resource Centers Act of 2009
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Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.(2009-02-04)
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Public Diplomacy Resource Centers Act of 2009 - Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to direct the Secretary of State to ensure that diplomatic and consular mission libraries and resource centers: (1) are open to the general public to the greatest extent practicable, subject to security considerations; and (2) schedule public showings of American films that showcase American culture, society, values, and history. Directs the Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy to report to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations respecting the functions and effectiveness of such libraries and resource centers.…
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20 Democrats