What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1495.
Global Journalist Protection: New Support and Visas for At-Risk Reporters
This act aims to strengthen the protection of journalists worldwide, especially those at risk. It establishes a new office within the State Department, a support fund, and facilitates visas and humanitarian aid for journalists in danger. This ensures citizens have better access to reliable information from various parts of the world, which is crucial for informed public participation.
Key points
A new Office on International Press Freedom is established within the State Department to advise and act on behalf of journalist protection.
An At-Risk Journalists Fund is created to provide training, psycho-social care, and emergency financial assistance, including relocation.
Easier access to U.S. visas for threatened journalists and their families, as well as the possibility of humanitarian parole in urgent cases.
The State Department will create a list of countries where journalists face the greatest risks and allocate funds to combat impunity for crimes against them.
Training for U.S. immigration officers and diplomats to better understand threats to journalists and support press freedom.
Status:
Expired
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