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A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023.
12/15/2023, 4:04 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 191
Bill 118 sres 191 is a resolution that acknowledges the increasing threats to freedom of the press and free expression globally. It emphasizes the crucial role that a free and independent press plays in combating the rise of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation. The resolution reaffirms the United States Government's commitment to promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance through the protection of freedom of the press.
The resolution specifically commemorates World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023, highlighting the importance of this day in raising awareness about the challenges faced by journalists and media organizations around the world. It calls on the United States Government to prioritize freedom of the press as a fundamental value in its foreign policy efforts.
Overall, Bill 118 sres 191 aims to draw attention to the threats facing press freedom and free expression, and to reaffirm the United States' commitment to upholding these values in the global community.
The resolution specifically commemorates World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023, highlighting the importance of this day in raising awareness about the challenges faced by journalists and media organizations around the world. It calls on the United States Government to prioritize freedom of the press as a fundamental value in its foreign policy efforts.
Overall, Bill 118 sres 191 aims to draw attention to the threats facing press freedom and free expression, and to reaffirm the United States' commitment to upholding these values in the global community.
Congressional Summary of SRES 191
This resolution recognizes the centrality of a free press to free societies and democratic governance and expresses concerns about threats to the exercise of freedom of expression globally.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 191
Bill SRES 191 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 3, 2023. Bill SRES 191 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 3, 2023. Bill SRES 191's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1511-1514) as of May 3, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 191
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 191
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 191
A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023.
A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023.
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