S.Res. 447 · 113th Congress
A resolution recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming…
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A resolution recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in the efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
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- Senate Introduced May 15, 2014
- Senate Passed Jul 8, 2014
Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day, held on May 3. 2014.
What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate amended · Jul 8, 2014
(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on June 25, 2014. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day, held on May 3. 2014.
Commends journalists and media workers for their essential role in promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society, despite threats to their safety.
Pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work.
Calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163) by seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists.
Condemns all actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, such as the recent kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups.
Calls on the President and the Secretary of State to: (1) ensure that the United States responds to, and highlights the issue of, threats against freedom of the press around the world; and (2) urge foreign governments to investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in the efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
Latest action (Jul 8, 2014): Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4284-4285; text as passed Senate: CR S4284-4285)
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: May 15, 2014
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- Senate Introduced May 15, 2014
- Senate Passed Jul 8, 2014
No recorded floor vote found.