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This bill, the Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act (PRESS Act), establishes limits on the federal government's ability to compel covered journalists or their service providers to disclose protected information, such as the identity of a source or other records obtained as part of journalistic activities. The bill defines key terms like "covered journalist" and "protected information," and outlines the conditions under which a court can authorize the disclosure of such information, such as to prevent an act of terrorism or imminent violence. The bill also requires the government to provide notice to the journalist and an opportunity to be heard before compelling disclosure, with limited exceptions. Additionally, the bill places restrictions on the scope and content of any information that is compelled. The bill does not apply to certain investigations of criminal activity unrelated to journalism.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2074/all-info