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April Designated Local News Month: Recognizing Journalism as Essential Public Good.

The US Senate designates April 2024 as Preserving and Protecting Local News Month, affirming the vital role of local journalism in maintaining democracy and civic engagement. The resolution highlights the severe decline in local news outlets, which leads to unchecked local corruption and increased misinformation in communities. This action acknowledges that reliable local information is a public good crucial for citizens to execute their civic responsibilities.
Key points
April 2024 is officially designated as Preserving and Protecting Local News Month.
The Senate affirms local news is essential for democracy and recognizes it as a public good.
The resolution highlights the loss of nearly 2,900 local print outlets since 2005, leading to "news deserts" and increased risk of local corruption.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_651
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-04-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating April 2024 as "Preserving and Protecting Local News Month" and recognizing the importance and significance of local news.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_651.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • April 2024 is officially designated as Preserving and Protecting Local News Month.
  • The Senate affirms local news is essential for democracy and recognizes it as a public good.
  • The resolution highlights the loss of nearly 2,900 local print outlets since 2005, leading to "news deserts" and increased risk of local corruption.
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. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

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 2025-12-26.

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