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A resolution 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 the Russian Federation's invasion.

12/31/2022, 5:22 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 559

Bill 117 sres 559 is a resolution that aims to express gratitude on behalf of the people of the United States to journalists and news staff who are risking injury and death, facing grave threats, and sacrificing their lives to report on the ongoing war in Ukraine resulting from the Russian Federation's invasion. The resolution acknowledges the important role that journalists play in providing accurate and timely information to the public, despite the dangers they face in conflict zones. It also recognizes the sacrifices made by journalists and news staff in order to bring awareness to the situation in Ukraine and hold those responsible for the invasion accountable. The resolution serves as a tribute to the bravery and dedication of these individuals, who put themselves at risk in order to fulfill their duty to inform the public.

Congressional Summary of SRES 559

This resolution expresses that the Senate

  • 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 Russia's invasion of Ukraine;
  • remembers the journalists and news staff who have lost their lives or have been severely injured reporting from Ukraine and conveys the sympathies and appreciation of the people of the United States to their families for their sacrifice; 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 the people of the United States and the world of the horrors being wrought against the Ukrainian people.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 559

Bill SRES 559 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2022. Bill SRES 559 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 29, 2022.  Bill SRES 559's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1835) as of March 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 559

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 559

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential 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 SRES 559

A resolution 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 the Russian Federation's invasion.
A resolution 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 the Russian Federation's invasion.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 559

Amy Klobuchar
Amy Klobuchar
MinnesotaDemocrat
Jeanne Shaheen
Jeanne Shaheen
New HampshireDemocrat
Bill Cassidy
Bill Cassidy
LouisianaRepublican
Benjamin L. Cardin
Benjamin L. Cardin
MarylandDemocrat
Richard Blumenthal
Richard Blumenthal
ConnecticutDemocrat
Marsha Blackburn
Marsha Blackburn
TennesseeRepublican

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