Free Press: reporters' privilege

Free Flow of Information Act of 2009

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:50:32 -0700

The Free Flow of Information Act of 2009 (commonly referred to as the "Shield Law"), introduced by Reps. Rick Boucher (D-Va.) and Mike Pence (R-Ind.), would sets standards for when journalists can be compelled to disclose the identity of confidential sources. Free Press is monitoring this bill.

Detroit Free Press Reporter Fights Deposition over Sources

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:32:21 -0700

Congress Must Pass a Shield Law for Journalists, and Public, Now

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:49:17 -0700

Shield Law Would Protect the Public

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:05:03 -0700

A Knock in the Night in Phoenix

Tue, 13 May 2008 09:01:37 -0700

On Oct. 18, Jim Larkin and his wife, Molly, were in bed in their home outside Phoenix when a group of men in unmarked cars pulled up and began knocking on the door and shining flashlights in the house, saying, “You know what we want.”

Protecting a Basic Freedom

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 07:34:12 -0700

The effort to enact a federal shield law for journalists got a much-needed bipartisan boost last week. Speaking before a press group, Senator John McCain announced his support for the Free Flow of Information Act. The measure would give reporters limited protection against being compelled to reveal confidential sources in federal court.

Cabinet Officials Cite Concerns About Senate Version of Reporter's Shield Law

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:59:41 -0700

Last Monday, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) announced his support of the Senate version of the reporter's shield law, now called the Free Flow of Information Act. His backing of the Senate bill took place at a meeting hosted by the Associated Press and, not surprisingly, drew headlines in newspapers around the country.

The Free Flow of Information

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:20:18 -0700

There's nothing like a presidential campaign to help renew attention to the need for a federal law to protect journalists from being compelled by the government to divulge their sources.

Presidential Candidates Support Shield Law

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:12:21 -0700

The race for the presidency has provided journalists rich story lines. The result could offer another benefit: White House backing for a bill that would make it easier for reporters to protect the identity of sources.