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Bill introduced in Congress — not yet passed by either chamber, and not law.

PRESS Act

Key claim: The PRESS Act (HR7184, 119th Congress) was forwarded by subcommittee to full committee by voice vote on 2026-07-15.

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(HR7184 · 119th Congress) Latest action (2026-07-15): Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

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The PRESS Act would establish a federal reporter’s privilege shielding journalists from being compelled to disclose sources or newsgathering materials, with implications for press freedom and government surveillance of the media. Subcommittee advancement is an early procedural step, but movement out of subcommittee signals the bill remains active in the 119th Congress rather than stalled.

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PRESS Act
Stage: introduced · congress · 15-jul-2026

The PRESS Act (HR7184, 119th Congress) was forwarded by subcommittee to full committee by voice vote on 2026-07-15.

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External: congress:119-hr-7184:introduced

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