A concurrent resolution calling on the media to engage in responsible and voluntary journalistic practices to deny mass public murderers the attention they desire and minimize any possible "media contagion effect" of irresponsible and sensationalistic reporting practices.

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Summary of Bill SCONRES 15

Bill 118 sconres 15 is a concurrent resolution that urges the media to adopt responsible and voluntary journalistic practices when reporting on mass public murderers. The resolution aims to deny these individuals the attention they seek and to minimize any potential "media contagion effect" that may result from sensationalistic reporting.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of ethical reporting and calls on media outlets to consider the potential impact of their coverage on public safety and mental health. By refraining from glorifying or sensationalizing the actions of mass public murderers, the media can help prevent copycat incidents and reduce the likelihood of future tragedies.

Overall, Bill 118 sconres 15 encourages the media to prioritize responsible reporting practices in order to promote public safety and well-being. It highlights the role that the media plays in shaping public perception and urges journalists to consider the broader implications of their coverage on society as a whole.

Congressional Summary of SCONRES 15

This concurrent resolution calls on the media to voluntarily adopt certain practices to prevent further harm from its coverage of mass public murders. Specifically, it calls for coverage that (1) denies murderers a public platform; (2) minimizes the potential for media reporting to increase the likelihood of future mass public murders (i.e., the media contagion effect); and (3) prioritizes the victims of, and heroism in the response to, mass public murders.

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Current Status of Bill SCONRES 15

Bill SCONRES 15 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 18, 2023. Bill SCONRES 15 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 18, 2023. Bill SCONRES 15's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 18, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 15

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 15

A concurrent resolution calling on the media to engage in responsible and voluntary journalistic practices to deny mass public murderers the attention they desire and minimize any possible "media contagion effect" of irresponsible and sensationalistic reporting practices.