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Controversy over US platform bargaining proposal heats up
The debate follows Australia’s adoption of a law requiring tech companies to negotiate with news organizations over access to their content.Categorized in Policy
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Boyd v. Law
Court: Court of Appeals of Tennessee, Middle Division of Nashville Date Filed: March 18, 2021 Background: After an unpleasant exchange…Categorized in Libel and privacy -
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Reporters Committee urges Kentucky governor to veto HB 312
Update: On March 23, 2021, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed HB 312, calling the legislation "a recipe for secrecy" that "does…Categorized in Freedom of information -
How will Biden’s Justice Department handle thorny issues implicating technology and media law?
Attorney General Merrick Garland will confront cases involving WeChat and TikTok, as well as debates over Section 230.Categorized in Policy
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RCFP, Knight Institute urge Attorney General Merrick Garland to ensure FOIA compliance
Citing long-standing concerns about the federal government’s handling of public records requests, the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press…Categorized in Freedom of information -
Celebrate open government March 14-20 with Sunshine Week 2021
The 16th annual Sunshine Week, hosted by the News Leaders Association, will focus on last year’s unique transparency issues.Categorized in Freedom of information
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Become a Recurring Supporter of Press Freedom
Every day, Reporters Committee attorneys provide free legal resources and representation to journalists and newsrooms across the nation, wherever and…By Jenn Topper -
Federal court in Virginia recognizes Bivens First Amendment claim for right-to-record violation
Bivens claims allow plaintiffs to sue federal officers in their personal capacities for violations of certain constitutional rights.Categorized in First Amendment
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PA Commonwealth Court: Applications for judicial seats are not exempt from public disclosure
RCFP attorneys represented LNP Media Group in its lawsuit seeking records under the state’s Right to Know Law.Categorized in Freedom of information
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Iowa jury finds Des Moines Register reporter Andrea Sahouri not guilty on all charges
“No journalist should be arrested or prosecuted simply for doing their job,” said RCFP Executive Director Bruce Brown.Categorized in First Amendment
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