Before the bill, designed to protect journalists and photographers from having to reveal their sources and surrender materials, becomes law, it must make it past the Senate, be revised to the mutual satisfaction of both House and Senate and be voted on again by both bodies in this revised form. Once completed, President Bush will be asked to sign it into law this November.

There is much speculation about a potential presidential veto or pocket veto, as the White House has expressed opposition to the bill. The National Press Photographers Association, a strong supporter, offers additional information on its Web site.