HR 7001

The World Press Freedom Protection and Reciprocity Act aims to bolster the safety and access of journalists globally. It directs the President to establish a plan for negotiating access for U.S. news organizations abroad and to impose sanctions on foreign officials who harm journalists. The bill also strengthens U.S. efforts to advocate for detained journalists, highlight press freedom restrictions in annual reports, and establish a fund to assist foreign journalists facing restrictions. Finally, it mandates clearer labeling of informational materials and seeks to improve reciprocity in media access between the U.S. and other countries.