arrow_back Back to App

Approval of Memorial Location for Fallen Journalists in Washington D.C.

This document approves a specific location in Washington D.C. for a memorial honoring journalists who sacrificed their lives for a free press. This means citizens will have a dedicated place to pay tribute to those who dedicated themselves to freedom of speech, potentially reinforcing public awareness of the media's role in society.
Key points
A specific site in Washington, D.C. has been approved for the construction of a memorial to journalists.
The memorial aims to honor journalists who died serving a free press, emphasizing the importance of freedom of speech.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_96
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-32]
Process start date: 2022-09-15
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Approving the location of a memorial to commemorate America's commitment to a free press by honoring journalists who sacrificed their lives in service to that cause.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_96.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A specific site in Washington, D.C. has been approved for the construction of a memorial to journalists.
  • The memorial aims to honor journalists who died serving a free press, emphasizing the importance of freedom of speech.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-32].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Media and Culture Public Investments