Journalist Protection: Sanctions for Human Rights and Press Freedom Violations.
This act aims to protect journalists worldwide from severe human rights violations. It introduces sanctions, such as asset blocking and entry bans to the U.S., for individuals responsible for attacks on journalists. It also restricts foreign aid to countries whose officials commit such violations, intending to enhance safety and freedom of information.
Key points
Expands the definition of human rights violations against journalists to include physical attacks, online harassment, imprisonment, and surveillance.
The U.S. President will identify and publish a list of individuals responsible for gross human rights violations against journalists, imposing financial and visa sanctions on them.
Prohibits foreign assistance to countries whose officials are responsible for violations against journalists, with certain exceptions, e.g., for humanitarian aid.
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