A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech worldwide, including increasing harm to journalists reporting in conflict zones and under repressive regimes, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of "World Press Freedom Day" on May 3, 2025.

A resolution, designated as S.Res. 204 in the 119th Congress and introduced on May 5, 2025, recognizes escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech worldwide. The resolution acknowledges the increasing harm faced by journalists reporting in conflict zones and under repressive regimes. It reaffirms the crucial role of a free and independent press in upholding democracy, fostering economic prosperity, and keeping the public informed. Additionally, the resolution reaffirms freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in supporting democracy, human rights, and good governance, particularly in commemoration of "World Press Freedom Day" on May 3, 2025.