House
Jun 1, 2015To protect the internationally recognized right of free expression, ensure the free flow of information, and protect journalists and media personnel globally.
Summary
Official
World Press Freedom Protection Act of 2015 This bill authorizes the President to impose U.S. admissibility sanctions against a foreign person who: is responsible for severe restrictions on the freedom of expression or freedom of the press; or has materially assisted, sponsored, or provided financial, material, or technological support for, or...
Bill Progress
Committee is reviewing, marking up, or holding hearings on the bill
Introduced(5/5/15)
Committee
Passed
House
Passed
Senate
President
Law
Sponsor
CS
Mr. Smith
House (R) New Jersey – 4
Cosponsors (3)
Topics
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
Jun 1, 2015