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S.Res. 179 (116th)

A resolution recognizing 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 in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2019.

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Introduced

1 May 2019

Last action

1 May 2019 · Introduced

Status

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2574-2575; text: CR S2573-2574)

Sponsors

Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ], Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL], Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA], Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS], Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA], Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX], Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD], Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO], Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR], Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA], Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH], Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE], Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL], Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]

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Source updated

5 December 2025

Summary

This resolution expresses concern about threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2019. It commends journalists and media workers for their role in promoting accountability, democratic activity, and civil society and reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to efforts of the U.S. government in supporting democracy.

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Timeline

  1. 1 May 2019

    Introduced

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2574-2575; text: CR S2573-2574)

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  2. 1 May 2019

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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  • Introduced in Senate (text)

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