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DE HCR43

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/4/2023

Primary Sponsor

Bryan Shupe

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Origin

House of Representatives

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Recognizes May 3, 2023, as "World Press Freedom Day" in Delaware
  • Acknowledges World Press Freedom Day was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993 and is celebrated on the anniversary of the Declaration of Windhoek
  • States that a free and independent press is the cornerstone of a healthy democracy and notes governments worldwide continue to threaten journalists and erode press freedom
  • Highlights the Delaware Press Association as a network dedicated to upholding principles of free speech
  • Notes 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day

Legislative Description

Recognizing May 3, 2023, As World Press Freedom Day In The State Of Delaware.

Last Action

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT

5/4/2023

Full Bill Text

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