119-sres-715In Committee

A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech worldwide, including increasing harm to journalists reporting in conflict zones and under repressive regimes, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of "World Press Freedom Day" on May 3, 2026.

Sponsored by Schatz, Brian (Democrat-HI) · Senate · Introduced Apr 30, 2026

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This resolution formally recognizes threats to press freedom globally and reaffirms that the U.S. government considers freedom of the press a priority in its foreign policy. The resolution commemorates World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2026.

International Affairs

Legislative Status Timeline

Introduced

Apr 30, 2026

In Committee

Apr 30, 2026

Passed House

Pending

Passed Senate

Pending

Presidential Action

Pending

Sponsor

S

Schatz, Brian

Independent · HI

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