SRES 715 · 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, 2026.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2177-2178)
- Introduced
- Apr 30, 2026
- Latest action
- Apr 30, 2026
- Sponsor
- Sen. Brian Schatz [D-HI]
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Cosponsors
- 8
Recent actions
- Apr 30, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2177-2178)
- Apr 30, 2026 Submitted in Senate
Votes
No recorded votes are available for this bill.