Bill117th CongressFiled May 6, 2022International Affairs
H.Res. 1095
Responding to 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 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 introduced in house (May 6, 2022)
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 happenedMay 6, 2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28](D-CA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseMay 6, 2022
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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