S.Res. 152 · 114th Congress
A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming…
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A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
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Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2015.
What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in Senate · Apr 28, 2015
Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2015.
Commends journalists and media workers for promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society.
Pays tribute to journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work.
Calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution 163 (2013).
Condemns actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press.
Reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to U.S. efforts to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance.
Calls on the President and the Secretary of State to:
- improve the means by which the U.S. government identifies, publicizes, and responds to threats against freedom of the press;
- urge foreign governments to conduct investigations and adjudications of the perpetrators of attacks against journalists; and
- highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
Latest action (Apr 28, 2015): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2480)
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Apr 28, 2015
Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)
No recorded floor vote found.