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Journalist Protection Act
6/3/2025, 11:53 AM
Summary of Bill HR 3203
The bill, titled "To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide a penalty for assault against journalists, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th session of Congress under the designation H.R. 3203 on May 5, 2025. This bill aims to establish penalties for assault specifically targeted at journalists and likely includes provisions to protect and safeguard members of the press from physical harm while carrying out their duties.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3203
Bill HR 3203 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 5, 2025. Bill HR 3203 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 5, 2025. Bill HR 3203's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 5, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3203
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3203
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3203
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide a penalty for assault against journalists, and for other purposes.
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide a penalty for assault against journalists, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3203
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