HR 8542
Defeat Pandemic Propaganda Act of 2020
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This bill, the Defeat Pandemic Propaganda Act of 2020, restricts the use of federal funds by the Department of Health and Human Services. Specifically, it prohibits the department from spending money on public service announcements or advertising campaigns related to the COVID-19 pandemic before November 3, 2020. The bill’s sponsors argue that such campaigns could be used to influence public opinion or encourage risky behavior during a sensitive time, particularly leading up to a presidential election. It aims to prevent the federal government from potentially manipulating public perception about the pandemic.
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Carolyn B. Maloney
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