HR 8752
Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act
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This bill, the Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act, prohibits federal employees from censoring or discouraging speech while acting in their official capacity. It specifically restricts employees from advocating for the removal of speech from platforms like social media, or directing private entities to do so, particularly when individuals are seeking government benefits or are subject to investigations. The bill extends these restrictions to certain high-level officials and clarifies the definition of censorship to include actions like adding disclaimers or restricting access to speech. It also outlines penalties for violations and ensures that the law doesn’t impede the safeguarding of classified information.
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Cathy McMorris Rodgers
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