118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 3121 — Journalist Protection Act

“To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide a penalty for assault against journalists, and for other purposes.”

Crime and law enforcement

Introduced May 5, 2023

Last action May 5, 2023

Pipeline · Bill → Law

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Introduced

May 5, 2023

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Referred

May 5, 2023

Judiciary

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Committee

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House floor

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Senate

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Resolve Changes

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Signed

SummaryCRS Summary

This bill establishes new criminal offenses for intentional acts (or attempts to commit acts) that cause bodily injury to a journalist.

Provisions · 2 sections

Timeline · 2 actions

May 5, 2023

Introduced in House

May 5, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.