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Global Press Freedom Support: Combating Disinformation and Authoritarianism.

The U.S. Senate expresses concern over increasing threats to press freedom worldwide, emphasizing its vital role in combating authoritarianism and disinformation. The resolution calls for the release of wrongfully detained journalists and the promotion of respect for media freedom, impacting citizens' access to reliable information and their ability to hold governments accountable.
Key points
Highlighting the importance of a free press for democracy, government transparency, and combating corruption.
Expressing concern over attacks on journalists and restrictions on their work, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all wrongfully detained journalists globally.
Committing the U.S. government to promote press freedom and prosecute perpetrators of attacks against journalists.
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Print number: 117_SRES_609
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-05-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing widening threats to press freedom and free expression around the world, and reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threat of authoritarianism, countering misinformation and disinformation, documenting human rights abuses, informing local and international audiences about public health crises, and furthering discourse and debate to advance healthy democracies, in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2022.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_609.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlighting the importance of a free press for democracy, government transparency, and combating corruption.
  • Expressing concern over attacks on journalists and restrictions on their work, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all wrongfully detained journalists globally.
  • Committing the U.S. government to promote press freedom and prosecute perpetrators of attacks against journalists.
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 Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Media and Culture Courts and Law Security