Designates April 2025 as "Preserving and Protecting Local News Month" to recognize the importance of local news.
The bill designates April 2025 as "Preserving and Protecting Local News Month" to recognize the importance of local news. It affirms that local news serves an essential function in the democracy of the United States, recognizes local news as a public good, and acknowledges the valuable contributions of local journalism towards the maintenance of healthy and vibrant communities. The bill highlights the decline in local news outlets, the impact on communities, and the role of local journalists in combating misinformation.
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