United States 111th Congress Status: Died

SRES 124 — A resolution recognizing the threats to press freedom and expression around the world and reaffirming press freedom as a priority in the efforts of the United States to promote democracy and good governance, on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2009.

Last action — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4996-4997; text as passed Senate: CR S4997; text of measure as introduced: CR S4979)

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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
  5. Died in session

This bill died with 111th Congress. It reached “Passed House” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Recognizes the threats to press freedom and expression on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2009. Commends journalists for the essential role in promoting government accountability and strengthening civil society and pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Condemns all actions that suppress press freedom. Reaffirms the centrality of press freedom to U.S. efforts to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance. Calls on the President and the Secretary of State to develop means by which the United States can more rapidly respond to threats against press freedom.

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Action History

  1. Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4996-4997; text as passed Senate: CR S4997; text of measure as introduced: CR S4979)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 124 do?
Recognizes the threats to press freedom and expression on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2009. Commends journalists for the essential role in promoting government accountability and strengthening civil society and pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Condemns all actions that suppress press freedom. Reaffirms the centrality of press freedom to U.S. efforts to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance. Calls on the President and the Secretary of State to develop means by which the United States can more rapidly respond to threats against press freedom.
What is the current status of SRES 124?
This bill died with 111th Congress. It reached “Passed House” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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