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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.

USA117th CongressSRES-702| Senate 
| Updated: 7/12/2022
Robert Menendez

Robert Menendez

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Cosponsors (9)
Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Benjamin L. Cardin (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)

Foreign Relations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
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.
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Timeline
Jul 12, 2022
Introduced in Senate
Jul 12, 2022
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3241-3242)
  • July 12, 2022
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 12, 2022
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3241-3242)

International Affairs

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.

USA117th CongressSRES-702| Senate 
| Updated: 7/12/2022
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.
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Timeline
Jul 12, 2022
Introduced in Senate
Jul 12, 2022
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3241-3242)
  • July 12, 2022
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 12, 2022
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3241-3242)
Robert Menendez

Robert Menendez

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Cosponsors (9)
Richard J. Durbin (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Benjamin L. Cardin (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Ron Wyden (Democratic)

Foreign Relations Committee

International Affairs

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted