Establishes the "Cronkite New Voices Act" to protect the freedom of press in school-sponsored media

SB 1099 establishes the "Cronkite New Voices Act" to protect the freedom of press for student journalists in both public high schools and public colleges within the state. The bill grants student journalists the right to determine the content of their school-sponsored media without suppression based on political or controversial topics, while still allowing advisors to teach professional journalism standards and regulate aspects like format and frequency. Schools and advisors are prohibited from disciplining students or themselves for protecting these expression rights, except in cases involving libel, privacy violations, illegal content, threats, or substantial disruptions to school operations. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that student publications do not represent official school policies and limits the liability of school districts and advisors regarding student expression.