Accountability for Government Censorship Act
United States118th CongressHR-1162House of Representatives
Updated: Feb 28, 2023
Summary
Accountability for Government Censorship Act This bill requires federal agencies to report any actions taken to suppress lawful speech on privately owned or operated platforms, including interactive computer services (e.g., social media). Agencies must report actions taken within the last five years to (1) remove or suppress lawful speech, (2) add disclaimers, information, or other alerts to lawful speech; or (3) remove or restrict access to a platform. Agencies must include specified details about these actions, including the names of the employees involved and the legal authority for taking the action.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
House of Representatives
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 20.
House of Representatives
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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