Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of local print and digital journalism to the continued welfare, transparency, and prosperity of government at every level and the continuation and freedom of the United States as it is known today.

This resolution (HRES 1005) is a non-binding expression of the House's opinion, not a law. It states that local print and digital journalism is vital for government transparency, local governance, and preventing political corruption, as these news sources are disappearing due to declining subscriptions, corporate buyouts, and reduced community trust. The resolution calls for federal, state, and local governments to make "all possible efforts" to sustain local news operations and urges Congress to collaborate with news outlets and stakeholders to ensure their continued viability. It directly addresses the growing crisis in local news coverage affecting communities nationwide.