HR0505Introduced in the House
FREE PRESS-TRUMP ADMIN.
Introduced by Sonya Harper, District 6
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Affirms support for the freedom of the press and the freedom of speech as outlined in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Recognizes the Trump Administration's efforts to exert editorial control over media companies by using the official powers of the government to punish dissent and reward acquiescence as textbook corruption. Condemns President Trump's efforts to restrict the right to free speech as attacks on democracy itself.
Where it stands
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly
October 15, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Sonya M. Harper
Referred to Rules Committee
Recommends Be Adopted Rules Committee; 003-002-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Will Guzzardi
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Sharon Chung
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Suzanne M. Ness
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Laura Faver Dias
Resolution Adopted 074-033-000
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anne Stava
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Hoan Huynh
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly
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