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SR204

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, 2025.

Introduced·5/5/25

Recognizes escalating threats to freedom of the press and speech worldwide, reaffirming the vital role of a free press in upholding democracy and.

The resolution acknowledges the increasing dangers faced by journalists globally, particularly in conflict zones and under repressive regimes. It highlights the critical role of a free and independent press in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed. The resolution condemns actions that suppress press freedom and endanger journalists, calls for the release of wrongfully detained journalists, and reaffirms the U.S. commitment to supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance.

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Foreign Relations Committee
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History

May 5, 2025

Senate

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2759-2760)