Bill116th CongressFiled May 21, 2020International Affairs
S.Res. 600
A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world, reaffirming the centrality of a free and independent press to the health of free societies and democracies, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2020.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 21, 2020)
This resolution recognizes the importance of a free press to an informed, transparent, and safe society; condemns threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world; and, in remembrance of journalists who lost their lives carrying out their work, calls for actions by the President, the Department of State, and foreign governments to protect and promote freedom of expression globally.
What just happenedMay 21, 2020
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2608-2609)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ](D-NJ)Sponsor
12 cosponsors6 D6 R
12cosponsors1committees2actions1related bills16subjects
- Introduced in SenateMay 21, 2020
- May 21, 2020IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2608-2609)
Foreign Relations Committee - May 21, 2020IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate