Bill · H.Res. 748· House(119-HRES-748)

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.

Age: 34 years

Arizona

Introduced: 9/19/2025
Last activity: 9/19/2025 — 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.
Sponsored by: Yassamin Ansari
Cosponsors: - 124 - 0

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced
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A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

H. Res. 748 is a resolution that condemns using Federal regulatory power or lawsuits to silence lawful speech, especially speech critical of the President or a political party. It warns that these actions mirror authoritarian tactics and threaten American democratic traditions. The resolution reaffirms a commitment to the First Amendment and freedom of the press. It calls on public officials to stop pressuring media organizations to censor speech. Finally, it urges agencies like the FCC and the Department of Justice to protect free expression and avoid political retribution.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+10
The resolution explicitly protects the right to criticize the government and political parties.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+10
The resolution explicitly condemns the suppression of lawful speech and reaffirms commitment to the First Amendment.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The resolution advocates for the ability of media to hold those in power accountable.