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S 5288·Federal·senate

Protecting Pentagon Press Access Act

In CommitteeFiled Aug 6, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

Aug 6, 2026

Summary

The bill would reinstate the ability of journalists to access the Pentagon for reporting purposes. It affects members of the press and the Department of Defense by reopening a channel for news gathering. Restoring this access is intended to enhance public insight into defense activities.

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