A resolution responding to 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 on World Press Freedom Day.

Action history

1. 2019-07-15The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
2. 2019-07-15Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
3. 2019-07-15On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
4. 2019-07-15DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 345.
5. 2019-07-15Considered under suspension of the rules.
6. 2019-07-15Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
7. 2019-05-22Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
8. 2019-05-22Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
9. 2019-05-22Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.
10. 2019-05-01Introduced in House
11. 2019-05-01Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.