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RCFP urges Massachusetts lawmakers to pass reporter’s shield bill
The legislation would protect journalists from being compelled to identify confidential sources in legal proceedings.
July 15, 2025
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lserino
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Protecting sources and materials
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Massachusetts Department of Children and Families v. Mother
A journalist is seeking records related to a juvenile care proceeding for a child who was murdered by her father.
December 19, 2024
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Chris Young
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Gino v. President and Fellows of Harvard College
Case Number: 1:23-cv-11775-MJJ Court: U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts Clients: Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press,…
November 15, 2023
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Chris Young
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