Not only was Rhode Island the 13th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution and establish statehood, but it is now the 13th state to ensure the free-expression rights of student journalists.
Rhode Island governor signs New Voices legislation into law
Nevada governor signs New Voices bill into law
Nevada students and journalists alike rejoiced when Gov. Sandoval signed Senate Bill 240 into law late Friday night.
Nevada Senate confirms House vote and sends New Voices bill to Governor
Nevada’s New Voices bill, Senate Bill 420, passed the state legislature this week, awaiting only the governor’s signature before it becomes law.
Vermont Governor signs New Voices bill into law
It’s been a busy month in Vermont, where journalists have secured two First Amendment victories in a week after Gov. Phil Scott signed New Voices legislation on Thursday.
Arizona Governor vetoes New Voices bill
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey vetoed the New Voices bill, SB 1384, just a few days after the General Assembly wrapped up their legislative session.
New Voices tallies big win in Vermont
After months of back-and-forth, student press protections are on their way to the governor’s desk in Vermont.
The fat lady is just warming up: New Voices legislation is pushing on throughout the country
Bills are advancing in states across the country, including a newly filed one that just debuted this week.
Nevada New Voices clears Senate committee just under the wire
Student journalists in Nevada could soon see their right to a free press codified into state law if New Voices legislation maintains momentum through the state legislature.
North Dakota succeeds in strengthening New Voices law
The John Wall New Voices Act, the North Dakota law which gave rise to the New Voices movement, has been upgraded.
You Don’t Have The Votes: Indiana New Voices Legislation Dies in Senate
A bill to protect the free expression rights of student journalists died unexpectedly in the Indiana Senate today.