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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
Summary of Bill HRES 987
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.
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.
Congressional Summary of HRES 987
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.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 987
Bill HRES 987 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 16, 2022. Bill HRES 987 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 16, 2022. Bill HRES 987's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 16, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 987
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
314Democrat Cosponsors
268Republican Cosponsors
46Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 987
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- 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
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 987
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.
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.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 987
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