S 67
Censorship Accountability Act
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Bill overview
The Censorship Accountability Act creates a new legal pathway for individuals to sue federal employees for violating First Amendment rights. Specifically, it allows citizens to sue federal employees who, while acting under the authority of U.S. laws or regulations, cause the deprivation of rights like freedom of speech or religion. The bill establishes a clear legal recourse for those whose First Amendment rights are allegedly infringed upon by federal employees, with provisions for attorney’s fees in successful lawsuits. It also includes a limitation preventing federal employees from suing their agencies for actions taken within their job duties.
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