Massachusetts H1433 protects journalists' sources from compelled disclosure in legal proceedings.
Massachusetts H1433, known as the Free Flow of Information Act, aims to safeguard journalists' sources from being compelled to disclose information in legal proceedings. The bill defines "covered person" as anyone regularly engaged in news gathering for news media who obtained or prepared news or information. It prohibits state entities from compelling these individuals to disclose sources unless critical to prevent imminent harm to public safety and the harm outweighs the public interest in protecting the free flow of information.
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