HR-5681 : Still Just a Bill


Global Engagement Center Authorities Act of 2018

This bill revises provisions relating to the Global Engagement Center and its role in countering foreign and non-state propaganda and disinformation efforts aimed at undermining the policies, security, or stability of the United States and its allies and partner states. It also modifies the center's grant program for assisting specified entities in countering such propaganda and disinformation efforts. The Department of State shall brief Congress at least annually on the activities of the center.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-05-09CommitteeCommittee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.House committee actions
2018-05-09CommitteeOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.House committee actions
2018-05-09CommitteeCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.House committee actions
2018-05-08CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.House committee actions
2018-05-07IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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.House floor actions
2018-05-07IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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.House floor actions
2018-05-07IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
  • Congressional oversight
  • Digital media
  • Government information and archives
  • Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information
  • International exchange and broadcasting
  • Internet, web applications, social media
  • Public contracts and procurement
  • Subversive activities
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