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Bill116th CongressFiled May 1, 2019International Affairs
H.Res. 345

Responding to widening threats to freedoms of the press and expression around the world, reaffirming the centrality of a free and independent press to the health of democracy, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance on World Press Freedom Day.

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What it doesSummary passed house (Jul 15, 2019)

This resolution condemns threats to freedom of the press around the world. It also remembers the bravery of journalists and media workers around the world and those who have died carrying out their work. It calls on the President and the Department of State to build upon U.S. leadership on press freedom issues.

What just happenedJul 15, 2019

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28](D-CA)Sponsor
22 cosponsors14 D8 R
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  1. Jul 15, 2019FloorH38800

    The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

  2. Jul 15, 2019FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. Jul 15, 2019FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5794-5795)

  4. Jul 15, 2019Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5794-5795)

  5. Jul 15, 2019FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 345.

  6. Jul 15, 2019FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5793-5796)

  7. Jul 15, 2019FloorH30300

    Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  8. May 22, 2019Committee

    Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  9. May 22, 2019Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  10. May 22, 2019Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  11. May 1, 2019IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  12. May 1, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  13. May 1, 2019IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed HouseJul 15, 201953

This resolution condemns threats to freedom of the press around the world. It also remembers the bravery of journalists and media workers around the world and those who have died carrying out their work. It calls on the President and the Department of State to build upon U.S. leadership on press freedom issues.

Introduced in HouseMay 1, 2019

This resolution expresses concern about threats to freedom of the press around the world. It also commends journalists and media workers around the world and pays tribute to those who have died carrying out their work. It calls on the President and the Department of State to build upon U.S. leadership on press freedom issues.

Responding to widening threats to freedoms of the press and expression around the world, r… — Informed