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S.1478: World Press Freedom Protection and Reciprocity Act
About This Bill
- Introduced April 29, 2021
- Latest Major Action April 29, 2021
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- Introduced in Senate - April 29, 2021
Bill Summary
World Press Freedom Protection and Reciprocity Act This bill establishes requirements related to the protection and support of journalists and media personnel abroad. Specifically, the President must establish a plan to (1) negotiate access for U.S. news and media organizations and their employees globally, and (2) work to enhance reciprocity for news and media organizations operating in the United States. The President may impose...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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| April 29, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) |