shield law

noun

1. a law protecting journalists from forced disclosure of confidential sources of information.

Word History and Origins

Origin of shield law¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

At the same time, Holder enlisted their help to get a media-shield law passed in Congress.

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And he wants Congress to debate and finally pass a media-shield law.

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President Obama has supported a federal shield law since he was a senator.

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In fact, the media overwhelmingly supports a shield law effort.

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The media shield law will be introduced by New York Sen. Chuck Schumer at the request of the White House.

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