118th Congress · Senate bill · Last action Apr 18, 2024
S.Res. 651In CommitteeScience, Technology, Communications
Senate designates April 2024 as Preserving and Protecting Local News Month.
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian (D-HI)14 cosponsorsIntroduced Apr 18, 2024
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Apr 18, 2024
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2888-2889)
Apr 18
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Introduced in Senate
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SENATEReferred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2888-2889)
Apr 18
Introduced in Senate
All 14 cosponsors
13 Democrats · 0 Republicans · 1 Independent
Democrats (13)
Butler, Laphonza R.CA
Casey, Robert P., Jr.PA
Independents (1)
King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]ME
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