Who sponsored SRES 715?

SRES 715 was sponsored by Brian Schatz (D), Sen.

Supports Freedom of the Press Worldwide

IntroducedApril 30, 2026

4 months ago

Intro

Senate

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2177-2178)

International Affairs

Why This Matters

This resolution recognizes the increasing threats to press freedom and supports the role of independent journalism in democracy.

If you care about press freedom, this resolution highlights its importance on World Press Freedom Day in 2026.

Who this affects

journalists · media organizations · free speech advocates

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution calls attention to the growing dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones.
2It emphasizes the importance of a free press for democracy and public awareness.
3The resolution reaffirms the United States Government's commitment to press freedom.
4It marks May 3, 2026, as World Press Freedom Day to honor these principles.

Read the detailed summary

This resolution recognizes the centrality of a free press to free societies and democratic governance and expresses concerns about threats to the exercise of freedom of expression globally.

Read full document

Supports Freedom of the Press Worldwide

IntroducedApril 30, 2026

4 months ago

Intro

Senate

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2177-2178)

International Affairs

Why This Matters

This resolution recognizes the increasing threats to press freedom and supports the role of independent journalism in democracy.

If you care about press freedom, this resolution highlights its importance on World Press Freedom Day in 2026.

Who this affects

journalists · media organizations · free speech advocates

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution calls attention to the growing dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones.
2It emphasizes the importance of a free press for democracy and public awareness.
3The resolution reaffirms the United States Government's commitment to press freedom.
4It marks May 3, 2026, as World Press Freedom Day to honor these principles.

Read the detailed summary

This resolution recognizes the centrality of a free press to free societies and democratic governance and expresses concerns about threats to the exercise of freedom of expression globally.

Read full document