Bills · HRES 748
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 748Political movements and philosophiesCongressional-executive branch relations
Condemning attempts to use Federal regulatory power or litigation to suppress lawful speech, particularly speech critical of a political party or the President of the United States, and warning against the rise of authoritarianism.
INTRO SEP 19· LAST ACTION SEP 19
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it's a formal declaration by a branch of the government about what it considers acceptable conduct regarding free speech. Even though it doesn't create new laws, it sends a strong message that attempts to silence criticism, particularly from media or the public, are seen as undermining democratic principles.
If this resolution passes, it signals that a significant part of the House of Representatives believes that using government power to stifle dissent is dangerous and potentially authoritarian. If it doesn't pass, or if such resolutions are ignored, it could be interpreted as a weakening of the commitment to a free press and open criticism, potentially leading to a "chilling effect" where people become hesitant to speak out against powerful figures for fear of retribution, ultimately harming public discourse and government accountability.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Condemns the use of federal regulatory agencies (like the FCC) and lawsuits to silence or punish lawful speech that criticizes a political party or the President.
This provision directly targets methods seen as suppressing free expression by those in power.
PROVISION 02
Warns that these practices resemble tactics used by authoritarian regimes and threaten U.S. democratic traditions and constitutional freedoms.
It frames the issue as a significant danger to the core values of the country.
PROVISION 03
Reaffirms the House's commitment to protecting the First Amendment rights of free speech and press for everyone, regardless of their political views.
It explicitly states the constitutional principle that the House is upholding.
PROVISION 04
Calls on all public officials to avoid using their power to pressure media or individuals into censoring constitutionally protected speech.
This aims to discourage direct political interference in independent media and individual expression.
PROVISION 05
Urges agencies like the Department of Justice and the FCC to ensure their policies protect free expression and are not used for political revenge.
It directs specific federal agencies to review their practices in light of free speech concerns.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 19
Submitted in House
SEP 19
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 748
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 19, 2025
Last actionSep 19, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 19, 2025
House Res.HRES 748Political movements and philosophiesCongressional-executive branch relations
Condemning attempts to use Federal regulatory power or litigation to suppress lawful speech, particularly speech critical of a political party or the President of the United States, and warning against the rise of authoritarianism.
INTRODUCED SEP 19, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 19, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
124
COMPLEXITY
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