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Sep 23, 2010 · No matter the outcome of the election, the Reporters Committee is a dedicated and fierce advocate for the newsgathering rights of journalists and the First Amendment. Your donations empower us to defend journalists in court, fight for open records and greater transparency, and advocate for press freedom protections nationwide.
Open Government Guide - The Reporters Committee for …
The Open Government Guide is a complete compendium of information on every state’s open records and open meetings laws.Each state’s section is arranged according to a standard outline, making it easy to compare laws in various states. If you’re a new user of this guide, be sure to read the Introduction to the Open Government Guide.. …
Reporters Committee urges Congress to pass PRESS Act
Reporters Committee October 8, 2024. The U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Wally Gobetz) The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press is once again urging members of Congress to pass a bipartisan shield bill that would establish robust federal protections for the newsgathering rights of journalists.
Posts - The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
Sep 30, 2024 · Reporters Committee welcomes new hotline attorney, legal fellows, and policy analyst. The new hires will expand RCFP’s work to meet the pressing legal needs of journalists and protect First Amendment freedoms. October 18, 2024. Announcements.
Celebrating the Reporters Committee's 50th anniversary
On September 28, 2021, the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press held a vibrant and engaging virtual celebration of the 2021 Freedom of the Press Awards and its 50th anniversary!Click here to watch the event. We recognized the outstanding achievements of our honorees: J. Scott Applewhite, senior photojournalist at The Associated Press;; Theodore J. Boutrous, Jr., media law attorney and ...
Resources - The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
Reporter’s Recording Guide. The Reporter's Recording Guide provides a summary of each state's laws governing the recording of phone calls and in-person conversations and how those laws affect newsgathering. Because…. view more. View all Legal Guides.
Covering Election 2024? Explore RCFP’s free legal resources
5 days ago · The Reporters Committee has created a one-stop shop of free resources to help journalists covering the 2024 elections better understand their legal rights and more fully report on the election process. Our Election 2024 page highlights several Reporters Committee resources that equip journalists and newsrooms with the legal knowledge they need ...
Building support for press freedom | The Reporters Committee …
Mar 13, 2019 · Based on responses from voters, journalists can take five specific steps to help reinforce the value of a free press and spur public support: 1. Don’t make President Trump the focus of the press freedom conversation. Press freedom is a nonpartisan issue, and the conversation around the importance of defending it should be, too.
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press 2022 year in …
Dec 16, 2022 · Reporters Committee December 16, 2022. 2022 was another successful year for the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press — and, more importantly, for the journalists who rely on our free legal services and resources to keep the public informed. At the local and national levels, Reporters Committee attorneys helped the news media win many ...
Amicus Briefs & Comments - The Reporters Committee for Freedom of …
Sep 19, 2024 · The Reporters Committee regularly submits amicus, or “friend-of-the-court,” briefs in state, federal, and U.S. Supreme Court cases where the news media brings an important perspective. Known for building broad coalitions of major news and transparency organizations, the Reporters Committee is a voice for the right to freely gather and ...