HB 62
An Act providing for social media platforms and for limiting censorship.
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Bill overview
This act, the Social Media Anti-Censorship Act, aims to limit what social media platforms can do regarding content removal. It requires platforms to have a clearly defined acceptable use policy, make it easily accessible to users, and provide a process for users to appeal content removal decisions. Platforms must also publish biannual reports detailing alerts about policy violations, actions taken, and information about users involved, particularly journalists and government officials. The goal is to increase transparency and prevent arbitrary censorship.
Key provisions
- Requires social media platforms to develop and publish an acceptable use policy.
- Establishes a process for users to appeal content removal decisions within 14 days.
- Mandates biannual public transparency reports detailing content alerts, actions taken, and user information.
- Specifies information to be included in the transparency reports, such as the number of alerts, removal actions, and user demographics.
- Provides exceptions for content related to ongoing law enforcement investigations.
- Defines key terms like ‘journalist’ and ‘social media platform’.
- Requires platforms to notify users of content removal and provide an explanation.
- Addresses the reporting of adverse actions taken against politicians, public officials, and journalists.
Who is affected
- Social Media Platforms
- Users of Social Media Platforms
- Journalists
- Government Officials
- Pennsylvania Residents and Businesses
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Cosponsors
Jacob Banta
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