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Bill114th CongressFiled Jun 22, 2015International Affairs
S.Res. 207

A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.

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What it doesSummary passed senate without amendment (Dec 8, 2015)

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Commemorates World Press Freedom Day by commending journalists like Mazen Darwish and others around the world for the vital role they play in supporting democratic societies, promoting government accountability, and strengthening civil society.

Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world, and pays tribute to journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work.

Calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163) by investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists.

Condemns actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, including the murders of journalists by the terrorist group ISIS, attacks against media outlets like the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, and kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups.

Reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to U.S. efforts to support democracy and mitigate conflict.

Calls on the President and the Department of State to: (1) improve the means by which the United States responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world, (2) urge foreign governments to investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists, and (3) highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press.

What just happenedDec 8, 2015

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8500-8501)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA](D-PA)Sponsor
3 cosponsors2 D1 R
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  1. Dec 8, 2015Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8500-8501)

  2. Dec 8, 2015Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8500-8501)

  3. Dec 8, 2015Floor

    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S8500-8501)

  4. Jun 25, 2015Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 135.

  5. Jun 25, 2015Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  6. Jun 25, 2015Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  7. Jun 25, 2015Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  8. Jun 22, 2015IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4347-4348)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  9. Jun 22, 2015IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate without amendmentDec 8, 201582

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Commemorates World Press Freedom Day by commending journalists like Mazen Darwish and others around the world for the vital role they play in supporting democratic societies, promoting government accountability, and strengthening civil society.

Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world, and pays tribute to journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work.

Calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163) by investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists.

Condemns actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, including the murders of journalists by the terrorist group ISIS, attacks against media outlets like the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, and kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups.

Reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to U.S. efforts to support democracy and mitigate conflict.

Calls on the President and the Department of State to: (1) improve the means by which the United States responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world, (2) urge foreign governments to investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists, and (3) highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press.

Reported to Senate without amendmentJun 25, 201580

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Commemorates World Press Freedom Day by commending journalists like Mazen Darwish and others around the world for the vital role they play in supporting democratic societies, promoting government accountability, and strengthening civil society.

Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world, and pays tribute to journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work.

Calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163) by investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists.

Condemns actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, including the murders of journalists by the terrorist group ISIS, attacks against media outlets like the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, and kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups.

Reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to U.S. efforts to support democracy and mitigate conflict.

Calls on the President and the Department of State to: (1) improve the means by which the United States responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world, (2) urge foreign governments to investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists, and (3) highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press.

Introduced in SenateJun 22, 2015

Commemorates World Press Freedom Day by commending journalists like Mazen Darwish and others around the world for the vital role they play in supporting democratic societies, promoting government accountability, and strengthening civil society.

Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world, and pays tribute to journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work.

Calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163) by investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists.

Condemns actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, including the murders of journalists by the terrorist group ISIS, attacks against media outlets like the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, and kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups.

Reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to U.S. efforts to support democracy and mitigate conflict.

Calls on the President and the Department of State to: (1) improve the means by which the United States responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world, (2) urge foreign governments to investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists, and (3) highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press.

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