S.Res. 702 · 117th Congress · Senate

A resolution condemning violence against journalists in Mexico and expressing support for strengthening deterrent, protective, and accountability measures to prevent violence against journalists and safeguard the freedom of the press in Mexico.

Active· Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3241-3242)
Introduced
Jul 12, 22
Passed Senate
Pending
Passed House
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive Summary

This resolution expresses unwavering commitment to and support for strengthening deterrent, protective, and accountability measures to prevent violence against journalists and safeguard the freedom of the press in Mexico.

The resolution also encourages the Mexican government to

  • strengthen efforts to protect the free press and journalists;
  • ensure a thorough and impartial investigation into all threats of violence reported by journalists and the provision of immediate access to protective measures for journalists who make such reports; and
  • conduct comprehensive and transparent investigations into the deaths of journalists to ensure all responsible parties are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Action Timeline

2
  1. JUL 12, 2022IntroReferral

    Introduced in Senate

  2. JUL 12, 2022IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations

    (text: CR S3241-3242)

    3241Yea
    3242Nay
    0NV

Committees

1

Foreign Relations Committee

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Referred: Jul 12, 2022

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