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Journalist Protection Act
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1412
Bill 118 s 1412, also known as the Journalist Protection Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide protections for journalists who are reporting on events and issues of public interest.
The Journalist Protection Act aims to make it a federal crime to intentionally cause bodily harm or threaten a journalist in the course of their work. This includes physical attacks, intimidation, and harassment. The bill also seeks to hold accountable those who incite violence against journalists through their words or actions.
Supporters of the Journalist Protection Act argue that journalists play a crucial role in a democracy by providing the public with information and holding those in power accountable. They believe that journalists should be able to do their jobs without fear of violence or intimidation. Opponents of the bill may argue that existing laws already protect individuals from violence and threats, and that singling out journalists for special protections could be seen as favoritism. Overall, the Journalist Protection Act is aimed at ensuring the safety and freedom of the press in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.
The Journalist Protection Act aims to make it a federal crime to intentionally cause bodily harm or threaten a journalist in the course of their work. This includes physical attacks, intimidation, and harassment. The bill also seeks to hold accountable those who incite violence against journalists through their words or actions.
Supporters of the Journalist Protection Act argue that journalists play a crucial role in a democracy by providing the public with information and holding those in power accountable. They believe that journalists should be able to do their jobs without fear of violence or intimidation. Opponents of the bill may argue that existing laws already protect individuals from violence and threats, and that singling out journalists for special protections could be seen as favoritism. Overall, the Journalist Protection Act is aimed at ensuring the safety and freedom of the press in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.
Congressional Summary of S 1412
Journalist Protection Act
This bill establishes new criminal offenses for intentional acts (or attempts to commit acts) that cause bodily injury to a journalist.
Current Status of Bill S 1412
Bill S 1412 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 3, 2023. Bill S 1412 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 3, 2023. Bill S 1412's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 3, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1412
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1412
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1412
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