Idaho Legislature unanimously passes media shield law bill protecting journalists’ sources
Both chambers of the Idaho Legislature — on unanimous, bipartisan votes — passed a bill that would create a media shield law protecting sources who provide confidential information or documents to journalists.
Mirroring the Idaho House’s swift, bipartisan vote of support, the Idaho Senate passed House Bill 158 without debate or opposition Tuesday.
Supporters say the bill would help combat frivolous lawsuits, and provide protections similar to whistleblower protections available in existing state and federal laws.
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