Expressing gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who are risking injury and death, are subject to grave threat, and have sacrificed their lives, to chronicle and report on the ongoing war in Ukraine resulting from Putin's invasion.

12/29/2022, 10:18 PM

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • declares its gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who continue to put themselves in harm's way to report on the humanitarian crisis and ongoing war on the ground in Ukraine following Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine; and
  • honors the contributions of journalists and news staff reporting from the war in Ukraine as essential in the ongoing struggle for the rights of a free press and free speech internationally, pivotal in pushing back against false propaganda by tyrants, and crucial to informing Americans and the world of the horrors being wrought against the Ukrainian people.
Bill 117 H.Res. 987, titled "Expressing gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who are risking injury and death, are subject to grave threat, and have sacrificed their lives, to chronicle and report on the ongoing war in Ukraine resulting from Putin's invasion," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to honor and recognize the bravery and sacrifice of journalists and news staff covering the war in Ukraine.

The resolution acknowledges the dangerous conditions that journalists and news staff face while reporting on the conflict in Ukraine, including the risk of injury, death, and grave threats. It also highlights the importance of their work in providing accurate and timely information to the public about the ongoing war resulting from Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

The resolution expresses gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to these journalists and news staff for their dedication and courage in reporting on the war in Ukraine. It recognizes their sacrifices and acknowledges the vital role they play in keeping the public informed about the situation in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 987 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to honor and show appreciation for the journalists and news staff who are risking their lives to report on the war in Ukraine. It emphasizes the importance of a free press in providing accurate and unbiased information to the public during times of conflict.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 987

Introduced on
2022-03-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/16/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • declares its gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who continue to put themselves in harm's way to report on the humanitarian crisis and ongoing war on the ground in Ukraine following Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine; and
  • honors the contributions of journalists and news staff reporting from the war in Ukraine as essential in the ongoing struggle for the rights of a free press and free speech internationally, pivotal in pushing back against false propaganda by tyrants, and crucial to informing Americans and the world of the horrors being wrought against the Ukrainian people.
Bill 117 H.Res. 987, titled "Expressing gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who are risking injury and death, are subject to grave threat, and have sacrificed their lives, to chronicle and report on the ongoing war in Ukraine resulting from Putin's invasion," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to honor and recognize the bravery and sacrifice of journalists and news staff covering the war in Ukraine.

The resolution acknowledges the dangerous conditions that journalists and news staff face while reporting on the conflict in Ukraine, including the risk of injury, death, and grave threats. It also highlights the importance of their work in providing accurate and timely information to the public about the ongoing war resulting from Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

The resolution expresses gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to these journalists and news staff for their dedication and courage in reporting on the war in Ukraine. It recognizes their sacrifices and acknowledges the vital role they play in keeping the public informed about the situation in Ukraine. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 987 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to honor and show appreciation for the journalists and news staff who are risking their lives to report on the war in Ukraine. It emphasizes the importance of a free press in providing accurate and unbiased information to the public during times of conflict.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who are risking injury and death, are subject to grave threat, and have sacrificed their lives, to chronicle and report on the ongoing war in Ukraine resulting from Putin's invasion.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Belarus•
Conflicts and wars•
Congressional tributes•
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad•
Europe•
Government information and archives•
Human rights•
Military operations and strategy•
News media and reporting•
Russia•
Ukraine

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/12/2022

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • declares its gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to the journalists and news staff who continue to put themselves in harm's way to report on the humanitar...

Latest Action3/16/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.