First, I would like to thank all three of you for being here today, and for your leadership in bringing this important legislation through the Senate and to us here in the House.
I do have some questions. You've had the benefit of far more time to study the bill in the Senate than we've had here, obviously. This is our first meeting on it. When I read the definition of “journalist”, it strikes me that in some ways it is somewhat backwards-looking. Journalism is certainly changing. We are seeing alternate forms of journalism, such as podcasts on social media and blogs. Having said that, I also recognize the importance of defining what a journalist is, to ensure that this term is not used to hide organized crime or terrorism. Finding that balance is no doubt challenging.
I'm just wondering if you have any suggestions that we might be able to make that would allow us to maintain the public safety aspect of it, while also being a little more forward-looking in terms of the definition of “journalist”. If you think this definition covers it all, I'd be happy to hear that as well.