Free Press Focus
The Alliance has long advocated for First Amendment protections and for an open and transparent government. Journalists serve a valuable role in providing reliable and truthful information to the public and provide exceptional content that meets the highest journalistic standards. Lawmakers must recognize and protect the fundamental rights of free speech and freedom of the press.
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2025 ‘State of the States’ Member Briefing
Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET
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The News/Media Alliance will host a virtual ‘State of the States’ briefing and discussion exclusively for Alliance members covering the top state legislative trends impacting the news, magazine ... Read More
News/Media Alliance Applauds the Reintroduction of the Journalist Protection Act
Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA-14) reintroduced the Journalist Protection Act in the U.S. House and Senate ... Read More
News/Media Alliance Supports Journalistic Integrity, Protection of Journalist Sources
The DOJ Guidelines that were just rolled back shielded media of all types and ideologies, including conservative media who might now be vulnerable to targeting from future administrations. This shared interest is why the PRESS Act, also known as journalist ... Read More
Iowa Senate Unanimously Passes House File 472, Providing Anti-SLAPP Protections
On Wednesday, April 16th, the Iowa Senate unanimously passed House File 472, which provides anti-SLAPP protections against lawsuits aimed at limiting the constitutional freedoms of speech and press ... Read More
