HR 2323 · 114th Congress · International Affairs

United States International Communications Reform Act of 2015

Introduced 2015-05-14· Sponsored by Rep. Royce, Edward R. [R-CA-39]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.(2015-05-21)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] United States International Communications Reform Act of 2015 Revises U.S. international broadcasting and communications structures, missions, and objectives. Requires U.S. international broadcasting to incorporate specified standards. Establishes the United States International Communications Agency (USICA), consisting of the Voice of America (VOA) and the offices of the International Broadcasting Bureau. Directs USICA and the Freedom News Network (FNN) to ensure that U.S. international broadcasting is conducted only to countries and regions that: (1) lack democratic rule and domestic media that provides accurate news, and (2) would benefit U.S. national security. Expresses the sense of Congress that VOA: (1) has been an indispensable element of U.S. foreign policy and public diplomacy efforts, and (2) would benefit from a recalibration of federal international broadcasting agencies and resources. Requires VOA to adhere to specified principles and carry out specified duties and responsibilities. Requires Radio Marti and Television Marti, which constitute the Office of Cuba Broadcasting, to: (1) continue programming and content production consistent with their mission under the Rad…

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H.R. 2323, United States International Communications Reform Act of 2015

Jun 16, 2015

As ordered reported by the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on May 21, 2015

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Cosponsors (15)

7 Democrats8 Republicans