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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities are protected under the First Amendment, and that the United States ought to drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.
3/9/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 934
Bill 118 HRES 934, also known as the resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the protection of journalistic activities under the First Amendment and the case of Julian Assange, aims to address the issue of press freedom and the prosecution of journalists. The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding the First Amendment rights of journalists to engage in regular journalistic activities without fear of persecution or legal repercussions.
Specifically, the resolution calls for the United States to drop all charges against Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, and to cease any attempts to extradite him to face trial in the US. Assange has been a controversial figure in the media world, with supporters arguing that he is a journalist who has exposed government corruption and wrongdoing, while critics claim that his actions have endangered national security.
The resolution highlights the need to protect journalists who are working to hold those in power accountable and to ensure that they are able to operate freely without fear of retaliation. It underscores the importance of a free press in a democratic society and the role that journalists play in providing the public with vital information. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 934 seeks to reaffirm the importance of press freedom and the rights of journalists under the First Amendment, while also advocating for the dismissal of charges against Julian Assange. It is a statement of support for the principles of a free and independent press and the crucial role that journalists play in a democratic society.
Specifically, the resolution calls for the United States to drop all charges against Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, and to cease any attempts to extradite him to face trial in the US. Assange has been a controversial figure in the media world, with supporters arguing that he is a journalist who has exposed government corruption and wrongdoing, while critics claim that his actions have endangered national security.
The resolution highlights the need to protect journalists who are working to hold those in power accountable and to ensure that they are able to operate freely without fear of retaliation. It underscores the importance of a free press in a democratic society and the role that journalists play in providing the public with vital information. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 934 seeks to reaffirm the importance of press freedom and the rights of journalists under the First Amendment, while also advocating for the dismissal of charges against Julian Assange. It is a statement of support for the principles of a free and independent press and the crucial role that journalists play in a democratic society.
Congressional Summary of HRES 934
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities, including the obtainment and publication of information, are protected under the First Amendment and that the federal government should drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 934
Bill HRES 934 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 13, 2023. Bill HRES 934 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 13, 2023. Bill HRES 934's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of December 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 934
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 934
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesPotential Impact Areas
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Espionage and treason
- First Amendment rights
- News media and reporting
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 934
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities are protected under the First Amendment, and that the United States ought to drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities are protected under the First Amendment, and that the United States ought to drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 934
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