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H.Res. 345 (116th)

Responding to widening threats to freedoms of the press and expression around the world, reaffirming the centrality of a free and independent press to the health of democracy, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance on World Press Freedom Day.

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Introduced

1 May 2019

Last action

15 July 2019 · Floor

Status

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Sponsors

Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA], Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1], Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2], Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37], Rep. Gonzalez, Vicente [D-TX-34], Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ], Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-15], Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9], Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Meadows, Mark [R-NC-11], Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14], Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5], Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1], Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8], Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32], Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2], Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2], Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4], Ron Wright, Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7], Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14], Van Taylor

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Source updated

5 December 2025

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Summary

This resolution expresses concern about threats to freedom of the press around the world. It also commends journalists and media workers around the world and pays tribute to those who have died carrying out their work. It calls on the President and the Department of State to build upon U.S. leadership on press freedom issues.

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Timeline

  1. 1 May 2019

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 1 May 2019

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 1 May 2019

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 22 May 2019

    Passed

    Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.

    Source: Committee

  5. 22 May 2019

    Reported

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Source: Committee

  6. 22 May 2019

    Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Source: Committee

  7. 15 July 2019

    Passed

    The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  8. 15 July 2019

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  9. 15 July 2019

    Passed

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5794-5795)

    Source: Floor

  10. 15 July 2019

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5794-5795)

    Source: Floor

  11. 15 July 2019

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 345.

    Source: Floor

  12. 15 July 2019

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5793-5796)

    Source: Floor

  13. 15 July 2019

    Floor

    Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

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  • Engrossed in House (text)

    Engrossed in House · EN · 15 July 2019

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  • Passed House

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    Introduced in House · EN · 1 May 2019

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