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

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

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  3. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 20.

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  4. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

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