Senate Committee Backs Shield Law by 15-2 Vote

SENATE COMMITTEE BACKS SHIELD LAW BY 15-2 VOTE
[SOURCE: Editor&Publisher/Associated Press]
The Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday advanced a bill to shield reporters from being forced to reveal their sources in federal court, setting up a floor fight between supporters and Bush administration allies who believe the measure would harm national security. The 15-2 vote sent the legislation to the Senate floor, where it was expected to face more challenges if not efforts to stall or kill it. A similar measure also awaits floor action in the House.
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