H.Res. 999 · 116th Congress
Recognizing the threats to press freedom in the United States in the wake of protests following the killing…
Full title
Recognizing the threats to press freedom in the United States in the wake of protests following the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man, by police in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, 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.
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This resolution expresses support for freedom of the press and opposes the targeting of journalists.
What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in House · Jun 11, 2020
This resolution expresses support for freedom of the press and opposes the targeting of journalists.
Specifically, the resolution
- calls on law enforcement to protect freedom of the press and refrain from targeting journalists and media workers;
- calls on government entities to clarify that credentialed press are exempt from curfews enacted in response to protests and public demonstrations;
- stresses the need for accountability where law enforcement entities or protesters violate the Constitution, laws, or regulations in their treatment of journalists and media crews during protests; and
- reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to supporting democracy, exposing corruption, and promoting good governance.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: Recognizing the threats to press freedom in the United States in the wake of protests following the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man, by police in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, 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.
Latest action (Jun 11, 2020): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Origin: House · Introduced: Jun 11, 2020
Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)
No recorded floor vote found.